What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at DAUPHIN COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM?
This is a full-time position working Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week. The position is hybrid, working in the Administrative Offices at the McCormick Riverfront Library and working remotely.
Position Summary
Responsible for the preparation of monthly account analyses, journal entries, and reconciliations. Responsible for all aspects of the payroll process including preparing biweekly payroll and year-end payroll reports. Responsible for all aspects of the biweekly check run including verifying, coding, entering, and paying invoices. Maintains confidentiality with respect to administrative matters.
Required Performance Standards
- Communications: Writes and speaks clearly, logically and concisely. Listens effectively. Demonstrates small and large group communication skills. Keeps colleagues, team members and supervisors well informed. Participates in group discussions.
- Customer Service: Presents welcoming behaviors. Remains helpful and professional with customers. Responds quickly and cooperatively to requests from staff or public. Follows Dauphin County Library System’s (The Library) guidelines and training for customer service approach. Demonstrates ability to determine customer's needs. Follows up on customer transactions.
- Analytical Skills/Problem Solving/Decision Making: Uses sound judgment in making decisions. Constructively manages conflict. Works with others to solve problems and achieve results.
- Technological Skills: Demonstrates the ability to use computers. Demonstrates ability to access and use the Internet and electronic databases. Demonstrates ability to use and maintain equipment basic to job.
- Workplace Maintenance/Management: Maintains and manages workplace security and safety. Pays attention to personal workspace housekeeping.
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Remains calm in difficult, ambiguous, and challenging situations. Responds appropriately to changes in direction and priorities. Adapts personal style to work situations. Takes corrective action when required.
- Interpersonal and Group Relationships: Willing to work with and for others. Supports and facilitates cooperation among others.
- Professional Standards and Ethics: Protects and values patron confidentiality and organizational security. Supports mission and vision of the library. Upholds American Library Association's Library Code of Ethics as interpreted by The Library. Works toward furthering a library-conscious community.
- Professional Development and Leadership: Seeks opportunities to pursue one's personal goals and those of the organization. Sets and models high performance standards. Encourages others to make good decisions and take ownership in decision-making and problem-solving.
- Time and Workflow Management: Manages personal time effectively. Manages workflow effectively.
Environmental Conditions
Primarily works indoors, at a desk, using a computer.
Essential Functions
- Responsible for processing biweekly payroll, preparation of year-end payroll reports, payroll tax documentation and the management of payroll withholdings and remittances.
- Prepares general ledger account analyses and related journal entries as assigned for monthly financial statements for the Board of Trustees.
- Responsible for all aspects of accounts payable, including but not limited to, reviewing/coding invoices, entering invoices into the accounting system, and processing all check, credit card, and ACH payments.
- Prepares monthly bank reconciliations for all DCLS bank accounts.
- Maintains and reconciles monthly DCLS Corporate Credit Card activity.
- Assists in the preparation of internal/external financial filings, including but not limited to, Annual Form 990, monthly PA Sales Tax Returns, and Commonwealth of PA reports.
- Prepares year-end audit schedules.
- Lives by the Core Values.
- Performs other related duties.
Revised: 12/29/2025
Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
The Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Equal Access:
The Library respects and values the uniqueness of everyone, recognizing that each person brings a unique perspective and experience to advance our mission. The Library maintains a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in our employment practices, prioritizing diversity by eliminating barriers to the hiring process and encouraging diversity in ideas and viewpoints.
The Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
The Library is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, services and programs. To request reasonable accommodation related to the application process, contact the Human Resources department at human_resources@dcls.org or call 717-234-4961 extension 1113.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Training: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar business related major.
Experience: Four years general accounting experience. Two years’ active experience using Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent. Proficiency with 10-key calculator/adding machine.
Salary : $63,000 - $65,000