Senior Accountant (up to $55/hr)

Ledgent Finance and Accounting has an immediate need for a Senior Accountant with a manufacturing partner of ours in the Golden Valley area!

• Pay: $45-$55/hr
• Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
• Contract to Hire
• ASAP Start

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Perform complex account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and record journal entries in accordance with company policies and GAAP.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Support internal and external audit requests.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies.
• Monitor and improve accounting processes and procedures.
• Assist with cash management, fixed asset accounting, and accrual calculations.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and operational teams.
• Prepare supporting schedules and reports for management review.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Experience managing month-end close and account reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.