What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Ledgent Finance & Accounting?
Job Title: Staff Accountant
Location: Milpitas, CA
Pay Rate: $75,000 - $85,000 per year
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Job Summary:
This contract-to-hire position offers a great opportunity to contribute to a dynamic accounting team while growing your career in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Perform bank and account reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
- Assist in preparing financial statements and reports for management review.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Work closely with internal teams to resolve accounting discrepancies and improve processes.
- Assist with audits by preparing supporting documentation and responding to inquiries.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or public accounting setting.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with ERP systems and financial analysis.
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, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000
