Part-Time Accounting Assistant

Description

Fiscal Officer I (Accounting Assistant)

Media, PA
$28.00/hour
Part-Time | 2-3 Days per Week
Long-Term Temporary Assignment (6-12 Months)
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented Fiscal Officer I (Accounting Assistant) to support the financial operations of a county human services department. This long-term temporary opportunity offers meaningful work in a professional government environment and is ideal for an accounting professional seeking a flexible part-time schedule.

The successful candidate will assist with financial reporting, budget monitoring, contract oversight, and fiscal analysis while supporting programs that directly impact the community.
Key Responsibilities

• Assist with financial operations and fiscal administration activities
• Monitor contracts and track expenditures against approved budgets
• Analyze spending trends and identify budget variances
• Maintain accounting records, spreadsheets, ledgers, and financial documentation
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and fiscal planning
• Track revenues, expenditures, and funding allocations
• Support financial reporting requirements for county, state, and federal agencies
• Review fiscal information from contracted providers and funded programs
• Provide technical assistance regarding fiscal reporting and compliance
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field with at least one year of accounting or budget experience
  OR
• Associate degree in a business-related field with three years of accounting or budget experience
  OR
• Five years of bookkeeping experience with accounting coursework
  OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting, bookkeeping, or budget administration experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience preparing financial reports
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial forecasting
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Outlook
• Teams
• PowerPoint
• SharePoint
• Financial and accounting systems

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive $28/hour pay rate
• Flexible part-time schedule
• Long-term assignment (6 months to 1 year)
• Professional government office environment
• Opportunity to utilize and expand accounting and fiscal management experience
• Meaningful work supporting community-based programs and services

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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Pay Range

$28.83 Hourly to $28.83 Hourly