Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Our Team: At LNP Media Group, our work is rooted in service to our community. As a nonprofit media organization, we are dedicated to delivering trusted journalism, meaningful storytelling, and essential information that helps our community stay informed, engaged, and connected. Our mission-driven approach ensures that our reporting and services strengthen civic life and support the long-term vitality of Lancaster County.

We believe great work happens when talented people feel supported, respected, and empowered. Our culture values collaboration, accountability, curiosity, and innovation. We encourage employees to bring their ideas, perspectives, and passion to the table as we continue to evolve in a rapidly changing media landscape.

At LNP Media Group, every role contributes to our shared purpose – to serve the community through impactful journalism and responsible stewardship of a trusted local institution.

Summary: The Staff Accountant supports the financial operations of LNP Media Group by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with accounting processes, and ensuring compliance with established accounting standards and internal controls. This role is responsible for preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, supporting monthly and year-end close processes, and assisting with financial reporting.

The Staff Accountant collaborates closely with the controller, leadership team and Board of Trustees to ensure timely and accurate financial information that supports strategic decision-making and operational effectiveness. This position requires strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

· Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts.

· Process accounts payable, including invoice processing, vendor setup, and check runs.

· Manage accounts receivable, including posting payments into the accounting system and monitoring receivable balances.

· Perform account reconciliations, including balance sheet accounts, revenue streams, and departmental invoicing to ensure accuracy with contracts and cash received.

· Complete monthly corporate credit card reconciliations and post related transactions.

· Assist with daily cash reports

· Review, investigate, and correct discrepancies in financial entries, documents, and reports.

· Support payroll processing and record corresponding journal entries.

· Assist with company audits and maintain documentation supporting financial transactions.

· Prepare and maintain required federal grant reporting schedules.

· Generate and analyze monthly financial reports from external software systems to ensure accuracy, identify trends, and support informed decision-making.

· Support the implementation and maintenance of accounting systems and internal control procedures.

· Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

· Financial reporting and reconciliation

· Attention to detail and accuracy

· Analytical and problem-solving skills

· Strong organizational and time-management abilities

· Ability to collaborate across department

· Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel

· Clear communication across leadership levels

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Communication Skills: Ability to read and interpret instructions, policies, and procedures, and communicate effectively in writing and verbally with employees and stakeholders.

· Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic calculations including percentages, ratios, and financial figures.

· Reasoning Ability: Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and solve problems in structured situations.

· Technical Skills: Proficiency with common business software including spreadsheets, word processing, internet tools, and other business or accounting systems.

· Physical Requirements: Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use standard office equipment as needed to perform job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

· Work Environment: Professional office environment using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and copiers.