Senior Accountant at Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Los Angeles, California

Senior AccountantA fast-growing advertising and creative services firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its finance team. This position will play a key role in overseeing the month-end close process, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing meaningful financial insights to leadership. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, project-driven environment.Core ResponsibilitiesLead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met and financial information is reported accurately.Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries related to accruals, revenue recognition, payroll, intercompany transactions, and other accounting activities.Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances, unusual transactions, or discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements, management reporting packages, and executive-level analyses.Partner with department leaders to review operating results, explain budget-to-actual variances, and provide financial recommendations.Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning initiatives by compiling and analyzing financial data.Coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals, preparing schedules and supporting documentation for audits and tax filings.Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, and internal control procedures.Analyze existing accounting workflows and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.Assist with ERP enhancements, system implementations, and automation projects as the company continues to grow.Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff while serving as a resource for accounting-related questions across the organization.Participate in ad hoc reporting requests, strategic initiatives, and special projects as assigned by leadership.Desired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.4-7+ years of progressive accounting experience.Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation.Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and data analysis functions.Experience working with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms.CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA certification is highly preferred.Prior experience within advertising, media, marketing, professional services, or agency environments is a plus.$90,000 - $110,000 DOE plus annual bonus eligibility, excellent healthcare coverage, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, and a hybrid work schedule that promotes work-life balance. 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.