Accountant

Haverford Township•Haverford Township, PA

10d•$60,000 - $62,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Township is seeking a motivated Accountant to join our Finance Department. This is an exceptional opportunity to build a broad accounting skill set while working in a collaborative environment that values employee well-being and professional development. Unlike many accounting positions that require long hours and busy-season overtime, this role offers a predictable 35-hour work week (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), allowing you to enjoy your career without sacrificing your personal life. This position offers hands-on experience across a wide variety of accounting disciplines, making it an ideal opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional seeking to develop a well-rounded finance career. Working under the general direction of the Director of Finance, the Accountant helps maintain accurate financial records, ensures compliance with financial regulations, supports employee pension programs, and contributes to the Township's overall financial operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred
Equivalent education and experience may be considered
Recent graduates and early-career accountants are encouraged to apply
Two to four years of accounting experience preferred
Strong understanding of accounting principles
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Strong attention to detail and organization
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and financial software systems
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders
Commitment to confidentiality, accuracy, and public service

Nice To Haves

Governmental accounting experience is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger
Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies
Maintain fixed asset records
Assist with year-end closing and annual audits
Prepare financial analyses, schedules, and reports
Recommend process improvements and internal controls
Prepare payroll-related journal entries
Reconcile payroll expenditures, liabilities, and taxes
Assist with payroll reporting and quarterly filings
Monitor and identify businesses subject to local taxation
Support tax compliance and collection efforts
Coordinate with tax collectors, auditors, and legal agencies
Maintain tax administration records
Assist with administration of employee pension plans
Prepare preliminary pension calculations
Process enrollments and participant changes
Coordinate with consultants and plan administrators
Reconcile pension contributions and records
Process cash receipts and remote deposits
Reconcile bank accounts
Assist with banking transactions and investment analysis
Prepare sales tax and alternative fuels tax filings
Assist with governmental reporting requirements
Respond to inquiries from employees, residents, vendors, auditors, and government agencies
Assist customers with financial transactions
Maintain confidential information
Support special projects and departmental initiatives

Benefits

35-Hour Work Week
Full-time schedule with evenings and weekends free
Better work-life balance than many private-sector accounting positions
Low-cost medical coverage
Prescription coverage
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Affordable family coverage options
Excellent vacation and personal leave benefits
Paid sick leave
All federal holidays off
Participation in a retirement plan designed to help you build long-term financial security
Strong salary package
Annual pay increases
Stable local government employment
Exposure to multiple areas of accounting and finance
Opportunity to gain experience in governmental accounting, payroll accounting, tax administration, financial reporting, and pension administration
Mentorship from experienced finance professionals