Accountant I

Description Company name: Philadelphia Corporation for Aging Title of position: Accountant 1 Position type: Full Time Pay range: $65,520.00 - $78,035.37 varies based on experience. Location: PCA Main Building THE ORGANIZATION A private nonprofit organization founded in 1973, Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) is a large agency that is part of the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) nationwide network.

Founded as a result of the federal Older Americans Act, the AAAs are mandated to “facilitate the area-wide development and implementation of a comprehensive, coordinated system for providing long-term care in home and community-based settings, in a manner responsive to the needs and preferences of older individuals and their family caregivers.” PCA carries out this mission through advocacy, stewardship of public funding, planning, development and administration of programs, and service coordination.

The mission of PCA is to improve the quality of life for older Philadelphians and those with disabilities and assist them in achieving the greatest possible levels of health, independence, and productivity.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental coverage Flexible spending plan (health and dependent care) EAP, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance Pre-tax commuting, and parking benefits 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and optional employee pre-tax contributions. Annual paid time off includes holidays, sick days, personal days, and weeks' vacation depending on tenure.

Requirements

Description of Role: Under the supervision of the Accounting Manager, the Accountant I supports PCA’s Fiscal operations through general accounting, accounts receivable billing and collections, reconciliations, grant and funding-source reporting, and audit support. This is a blended accounting and A/R role that requires accuracy, strong documentation, sound judgment, and professional communication with PCA staff, service coordinators, consumers, auditors, and funding sources. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

Minimum of two years of accounting, accounts receivable, billing, collections, or related fiscal experience. Working knowledge of GAAP, reconciliations, accounting records, and basic financial reporting concepts. Strong Microsoft Excel skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Job Responsibilities: Accounting Duties and Functions: Prepare month-end journal entries, cash receipts entries, supporting workpapers, and related analysis. Prepare monthly and quarterly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items. Prepare reconciliations of revenue and expenses for assigned programs, grants, and funding sources.

Prepare budget-to-actual variance analysis and ad-hoc schedules for Fiscal leadership, directors, and program managers. Assist with invoices, financial reports, and…

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