ACCOUNTANT I

Job Description

Accountant I | Hershey Trust Company

The Tone:
This is a hybrid position based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, with the expectation of working in the office two or more days per week, typically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Hershey Trust Company serves as the Trustee of the Milton Hershey School Trust, The M.S. Hershey Foundation, and the Hershey Cemetery Perpetual Care Maintenance Trust. The company’s mission is to advance the legacy of Milton and Catherine Hershey in perpetuity through excellence in asset management and trust administration. This role supports the accounts payable and general ledger functions, contributing to the finance team’s operations and the company’s foundational work.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Hershey, PA

• Team: Supports the finance team
• Mission: Owns the accurate processing of accounts payable and general ledger entries, helping to maintain sound financial records for the trusts.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Planner

What You’ll Actually Do
• Process: Process vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements.
• Manage: Prepare daily and periodic general ledger journal entries.
• Resolve: Research and resolve accounts payable discrepancies.
• Reconcile: Prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Support: Assist with annual 1099 filings and periodic regulatory filing support.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting. Basic understanding of general ledger structure and account classifications.
• Experience: 1–3 years of accounting experience.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, accuracy, customer service, follow-through, written, verbal, interpersonal, and collaboration skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Planner.
• Bonus: Experience with general accounting software applications; Accounts Payable Specialist certification.