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Congregation of the Mission

Staff Accountant - CPA

Philadelphia, PAFull-timeOct 15, 2026

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Job Overview

The Congregation of the Mission of St. Vincent De Paul, located in the East Germantown section of Philadelphia, is seeking a qualified Certified Public Accountant (CPA) for a Staff Accountant position. The Congregation is a well-established religious community of Priests and Brothers. This position is located at the administrative headquarters of the Congregation of the Mission, a small nonprofit religious organization, and is fully office-based.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Executive Director of Finance in maintaining the financial books and records of the Congregation.

Responsibilities include reconciling all general ledger accounts; managing accounts payable and cash receipts; preparing and recording journal entries; oversight of investment activity, preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports; and drafting, distributing, summarizing, and finalizing budgets and year-end reports for senior management approval. The Staff Accountant will also provide support to outside auditors, and complete other accounting and financial projects as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Current CPA license required
  • Minimum of five years of relevant accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Experience with fund accounting software; Sage MIP Fund Accounting preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and accurately manage multiple financial responsibilities

This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits program and reports directly to the Executive Director of Finance.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements.

This position is not eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses. Preference given to applicants in the Philadelphia area.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits

  • 403(b)
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s)

  • Do you currently hold an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license?

Ability to Commute

  • Philadelphia, PA 19144 (Required)

Job details

Type
Full-time
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Salary
$70,000 – $80,000/yr
Posted
Oct 15, 2026

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