Staff Accountant

Wayne, PA

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At District Partners, we connect great people with great opportunities, and we’re excited to be partnering with a growing organization in search of an experienced Staff Accountant to join their team.



This is a hands-on accounting role with ownership of the day-to-day accounting cycle, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and multi-state sales and use tax. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working independently while partnering closely with the Controller on month-end close, reporting, and other accounting needs.



If you have a strong general ledger foundation, experience with QuickBooks Online, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment, we’d love to connect.



What You'll Be Owning:

  • Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable

  • Process the full AP cycle, including vendor invoice entry, three-way matching against purchase orders and project commitments, approval routing, and timely payment runs

  • Manage AR billing, customer invoicing, application of payments, and collections follow-up on aged balances

  • Maintain vendor and customer master records, including W-9 collection and 1099 preparation

  • Track project-related costs and progress billings in coordination with project managers

  • Bank Reconciliations and Cash

  • Perform monthly reconciliations for all operating and project accounts

  • Reconcile daily cash activity between bank accounts and QuickBooks Online

  • Reconcile corporate credit card activity and ensure proper coding and receipt support

  • Monitor daily cash position and assist with cash-flow reporting

  • Sales and Use Tax

  • Prepare and file multi-state sales and use tax returns, including PA, NJ, and additional project-state jurisdictions as required

  • Track taxability of equipment, project, and service revenue across jurisdictions and maintain exemption certificates

  • Support nexus monitoring and registration in new states as the company's geographic footprint expands

  • General Ledger and Close

  • Record journal entries, accruals, and prepaid amortizations

  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and support a timely and accurate month-end close

  • Assist the Controller with year-end audit and tax preparation support and external accountant requests

  • Help maintain and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and documentation



What You'll Bring to the Table:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience covering AR/AP, bank reconciliations, and sales tax

  • Proficiency in QuickBooks and strong Microsoft Excel skills

  • Demonstrated experience preparing multi-state sales and use tax filings

  • Solid understanding of GAAP and the full general ledger and month-end close cycle

  • High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to independently manage multiple deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in construction, engineering, energy, manufacturing, or another project-based industry

  • Familiarity with job costing and percentage-of-completion or project-based revenue recognition

  • Experience supporting an external audit



Why This Opportunity?

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage and a 401(k) plan

  • Opportunity to join a growing, entrepreneurial organization in an expanding industry

  • Direct exposure to leadership and meaningful ownership within the accounting function

The DP Difference

The DP Difference

Our approach blends deep relationships with proprietary technology to uncover the best leaders and connect with them through the most direct, trusted path.

The DP Difference

The DP Difference

Our approach blends deep relationships with proprietary technology to uncover the best leaders and connect with them through the most direct, trusted path.

The DP Difference

The DP Difference

Our approach blends deep relationships with proprietary technology to uncover the best leaders and connect with them through the most direct, trusted path.

The DP Difference

The DP Difference

Our approach blends deep relationships with proprietary technology to uncover the best leaders and connect with them through the most direct, trusted path.