Accountant 1 (Local Government) - Wayne County Area Agency on Aging

Salary $36,172.50 Annually Location Wayne County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-51639-L0311

Department Local Government Division AN Wayne Co Aaa Opening Date 06/12/2026 Closing Date 6/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code

L0311

Position Number 80011927 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit LG Pay Group LG Bureau / Division Code 88101164 Worksite Address Wayne County Area Agency on Aging 323 Tenth Street Honesdale, Pennsylvania 18431 Contact Name Tina Temple Contact Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Contact Email View email address on click.appcast.io

THE POSITION

Located in Honesdale, PA, Wayne County Human Services is seeking a skilled accounting professional with experience in grants, audits, and budgeting to support critical county fiscal operations. This Accountant 1 position enjoys a supportive workplace, strong work‑life balance, opportunities for growth, and an excellent benefits package. Apply now and build a rewarding career with supportive coworkers who are committed to strong financial stewardship and public service!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Accountant 1, you will be responsible for the accounting activities that support the Combined Human Services fiscal team, specifically for cross‑program analysis and the Area Agency on Aging program. Your skills with accuracy, detail, and teamwork will be key for success in this role. Responsibilities include: Revenue Processing : Process incoming deposits and reconcile revenue and expense schedules with general ledger accounts; prepare adjustment vouchers to correct or close accounts Technical Guidance : Assist Fiscal Officers to ensure agency records comply with procedures, policies, and regulations Accounting Collaboration : Apply generally accepted accounting principles and procedures to transactions and situations as they occur; assist with budget to actual analysis, research, and other processes Audit Assistance : Help with required audit schedules, analyze and interpret accounting records and methods used to input transactions into the accounting program Prepare Reports : Prepare audit, budget to actual, and other reports as needed for internal review and submission for external requirements Work Schedule and Additional Information Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch. Occasionally irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required. Employee may have occasional overnight travel out of county for meetings or training. Telework : You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary : In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Fiscal Technician and 15 college credits in accounting; or Five years of bookkeeping experience; and 15 college credits in accounting; or One year of professional accounting experience and graduation from a four‑year college or university, including or supplemented by 15 credits in accounting. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: You must pass a background investigation. A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania