Accounting Specialist

Dunwoody Village • Newtown Square, PA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Dunwoody Village, a premier continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Delaware County, PA is seeking a full-time career-oriented Accounting Specialist.Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Accounting Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries and reconciliations, supporting month-end close, and ensuring timely processing of payroll and vendor payments in compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in both accounting and transactional processing. How you will make an impact: Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and adjustments Maintain and reconcile general ledger and bank accounts monthly Assist with month-end and year-end close processes Track fixed assets and assist with depreciation schedules Assist with audit preparation, including gathering documentation and schedules Process vendor invoices and ensure proper coding, approvals, and documentation Prepare and issue payments via check, ACH, and other approved methods Maintain vendor files, W-9 documentation, and 1099 reporting Process bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy of pay, deductions, and benefits Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements Prepare and reconcile payroll-related journal entries and account balances Assist with implementation and maintenance of automated AP and payroll systems Ensure compliance with organizational policies and accounting standards Participate in process improvement and internal control procedures Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Foster a culture of excellence by demonstrating technical and management proficiency, initiative, and leadership aligned with the mission, vision, and values of Dunwoody Village.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Accounting Specialist/Staff Accountant – preferably in CCRC/Healthcare setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting strongly preferred.
• Excellent customer service experience when working with residents, staff, and vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/payroll software (Dayforce, ADP, UKG, Sage, PointClickCare (PCC), or similar)
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and adjustments
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger and bank accounts monthly
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Track fixed assets and assist with depreciation schedules
• Assist with audit preparation, including gathering documentation and schedules
• Process vendor invoices and ensure proper coding, approvals, and documentation
• Prepare and issue payments via check, ACH, and other approved methods
• Maintain vendor files, W-9 documentation, and 1099 reporting
• Process bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy of pay, deductions, and benefits
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements
• Prepare and reconcile payroll-related journal entries and account balances
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of automated AP and payroll systems
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and accounting standards
• Participate in process improvement and internal control procedures
• Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Foster a culture of excellence by demonstrating technical and management proficiency, initiative, and leadership aligned with the mission, vision, and values of Dunwoody Village.

Benefits

• Dunwoody Village offers a wide array of insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance, fully paid ancillary benefits, a generous paid time off package, and a company sponsored 403b plan (including a generous annual match and discretionary contribution).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees