Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accountant to support core financial operations and reporting activities in Reading, Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist with strong attention to detail who can manage complex financial records, apply sound judgment, and help maintain compliance with reporting standards. The role will contribute to accurate month-end activities, audit readiness, and ongoing process improvements across accounting functions.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and evaluate detailed journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules to maintain complete and accurate accounting records.
• Assemble reporting packages, audit support materials, and related documentation needed for financial reviews and external audit requests.
• Review accounting guidance and regulatory updates, then apply new requirements to reporting practices and financial processes.
• Strengthen accounting workflows by refining procedures, improving controls, and promoting consistency across financial reporting activities.
• Investigate transaction-level issues, determine appropriate accounting treatment, and provide informed recommendations on financial reporting matters.
• Support general ledger activity, including account analysis and period-end close tasks, to ensure timely and reliable financial results.
• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor balance sheet accounts to identify discrepancies and resolve variances efficiently.
• Collaborate with accounts payable and accounts receivable teams to verify entries, reconcile activity, and support accurate cash and accrual reporting.• Experience in accounting roles with hands-on responsibility for general ledger activity and financial reconciliations.
• Strong working knowledge of journal entries, account analysis, and month-end close support.
• Familiarity with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes within a detail-focused accounting environment.
• Ability to complete bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies with a high level of accuracy.
• Understanding of financial reporting requirements, audit documentation, and accounting compliance standards.
• Capability to interpret accounting issues independently and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.