Top 166 Accountant Jobs in Harrisburg, Pa

Accountant 2
Commonwealth of PA —Harrisburg, PA
- $60,538 - $92,010 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Accountant 1
Commonwealth of PA —Harrisburg, PA
- $53,008 - $80,646 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Staff Accountant
D&H —Harrisburg, PA
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sr Staff Accountant
D&H —Harrisburg, PA
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Access
- CPA
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
8d
Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting
Delta Dental —Camp Hill, PA
- $122,400 - $265,100 a year
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Fair chance
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Packaging Corporation of America —Palmyra, PA
- $78,000 - $117,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Finance
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Accounting
Hersha Hospitality Management, LP —Harrisburg, PA
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Office
- Accounting
- Wellness program
- Commuter assistance
Corporate Accountant Temporary
Vibra Healthcare —Mechanicsburg, PA
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuing education credits
- Health savings account
Assistant Controller, Accounting
The Hershey Company —Hershey, PA
- Online Application
- CPA
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
8d
Staff Accountant
Hersha Hospitality Management, LP —Harrisburg, PA
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Staff Accountant
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. —Harrisburg, PA
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Staff Accountant
K2 Security Insurance —Harrisburg, PA
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Staff Accountant
HHM Hotels (Harrisburg Corporate) —Camp Hill, PA
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Business
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Accounting Manager
Milton Hershey School —Hershey, PA
- $83,000 - $111,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Finance
- 8 years
Experienced Accountant - Auto Dealership Practice
Boyer & Ritter —Camp Hill, PA
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- Research
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
Controller
Hiltz Propane Systems, Inc —Marietta, PA
- Full-time
- CPA
- Office
- Finance
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
10d
Experienced Audit Accountant - Non-Profit Team
Boyer & Ritter —Camp Hill, PA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- Customer service
- Analysis skills
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CONTROLLER
JUBILEE MINISTRIES INC. —Lebanon, PA
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- 5 years
- Finance
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Staff Internal Auditor
Westshore Home —Mechanicsburg, PA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Oracle
- Pass drug screening
- Paid training
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
Corporate Controller
Classic Rock Fabrication —Harrisburg, PA
- $95,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- ERP systems
- Office
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Accountant 2

Commonwealth of PA -
Harrisburg, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,538 - $92,010 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Internal mobility program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Military leave
Paid time off
Paid military leave
Work from home
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Master's degree in accounting
Accounting systems
Preparation of internal financial performance reports
Contract review
Payroll tax processing
Account maintenance
Payroll tax returns
Mid-level
Refund processing
Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
Vendor communication
Document review
State tax return preparation
1 year
Monthly financial performance reviews
SAP ERP
Accounting error correction
Accounting
Transaction reconciliation
Local tax

Full Job Description

THE POSITION

Are you a dedicated accounting professional who enjoys working in a busy and ever-evolving environment? If you are motivated, pay close attention to detail, and like solving problems, you should consider applying for the Accountant 2 position with the Bureau of Commonwealth Payroll Operations. This role gives you the chance to grow your skills and support important payroll work for the Commonwealth. It is a strong career opportunity where your efforts make a real difference.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the accounting and reporting of payroll deductions and tax-related items for agencies under the Governor's jurisdiction. The role helps ensure accurate payments, timely filings, and proper fund distribution across multiple entities. As an Accountant 2, you will perform the following duties:

Financial Reports: Prepare monthly financial statements and specialized accounting reports for committees and agency staff
Payment Processing: Analyze, evaluate, and coordinate a variety of payments, refunds, and adjustments in SAP systems
Account Monitoring: Review balances, reconcile transactions, and correct processing errors across multiple accounts
Tax Filings: Prepare and mail federal, state, and local tax filings while coordinating with authorities to resolve discrepancies
Vendor Records: Review, analyze, and update payroll related vendor records while responding to complex inquiries
Policy Review: Interpret contracts and regulations to help implement procedural and system changes

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time, with occasional in-office days when work dictates such requirements. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year as an Accountant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
Two years of professional accounting experience, and graduation from a four-year college or university, including or supplemented by fifteen credits in accounting.
Four years of bookkeeping experience and fifteen college credits in accounting may be substituted for college graduation. A Master's degree in Accounting or a related field may be substituted for one year of general work experience.

Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

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