Staff Accountant

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Harrisburg, PA, USA
In-Office
Junior
Aerospace • Transportation • Travel
The Role
Maintains financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts; prepares journal entries, account analyses, and reconciliations; supports monthly close; maintains fixed asset records; responds to accounting inquiries; and ensures GAAP compliance. Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, two years of accounting experience, Excel and accounting software proficiency, and strong analytical and organizational skills.
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We can’t wait to share our passion for aviation with you! Join a team that works hard, cares for each other and offers plenty of opportunities to grow.

At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated, reliable professional to join our team as a Staff Accountant in our Accounting Department. The primary responsibility of the position is to maintain financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts. The Staff Accountant also responds to general accounting inquiries and ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The successful candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or another related field and possess two years of accounting experience. This position will report to the Manager, Accounting. 

Essential Duties:

  • Prepare journal entries, analysis, and account reconciliations

  • Assist with monthly close process

  • Maintain fixed asset records, including acquisition and disposal reports

  • Respond to general accounting inquiries

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP

Job Qualifications and Competencies:

  • Two (2) years of accounting experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

  • Working knowledge of GAAP

  • Strong analytical skills

  • Problem-solving and time management skills

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented

  • Skilled using various accounting software with a strong background in Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Diversified with both public and private accounting experience

Work Environment:

  • Standard office environment, use of telephones, computers, and other office equipment

  • Some travel may be required

Physical Requirements:

  • Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds

The above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.

Employment is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.

Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network.  Medical and dental available.

Piedmont Airlines, Inc. is committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and making all employment decisions based on business needs and job-related qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.​


In addition to a competitive salary, we offer bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.

Job Application Deadline:

October 30, 2026Please note that job postings expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on the day before the job application deadline. Ensure your application is submitted on time to be considered for the position.

Skills Required

  • Two years of accounting experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
  • Working knowledge of GAAP
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Problem-solving and time management skills
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Proficiency with accounting software and strong Excel skills
  • Public and private accounting experience
  • Clear driving record
  • Successful 10-year criminal history records check
  • Successful drug screen
  • Proof of high school or GED completion
  • At least 18 years of age
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The Company
HQ: Salisbury, MD

What We Do

Piedmont Airlines is an airline subsidiary that provides ground handling services, including ramp and gate operations, for the American Airlines network.

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