Accountant

Ledgent; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Career growth potential

Job summary

Ledgent in Baltimore, MD is seeking a motivated Accountant to join our team. The Accountant will support daily accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, prepare financial reports, and assist with month-end and year-end close activities in a dynamic environment.

This role offers opportunities for growth in accounting career development, exposure to ERP systems, audits, budgeting, and variance analysis, and collaboration across departments to improve processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Prepare financial reports and variance analyses.
• Process and review accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with account reconciliations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Assist with audits and tax preparation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze financial data and identify trends or discrepancies.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve accounting issues and improve processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, Sage, QuickBooks)

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team. The Accountant will be responsible for supporting daily accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, and assisting with month-end and year-end close activities. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to grow their accounting career in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team. The Accountant will be responsible for supporting daily accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, and assisting with month-end and year-end close activities. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to grow their accounting career in a dynamic environment.

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Prepare financial reports and variance analyses.
• Process and review accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with account reconciliations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Assist with audits and tax preparation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze financial data and identify trends or discrepancies.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve accounting issues and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• General ledger accounting.
• Financial statement preparation.
• Month-end close and account reconciliations.
• Budgeting and forecasting.
• ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, Sage, QuickBooks, or similar platforms.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $60,000 - $90,000 annually, depending on experience.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Career growth potential

Equal Opportunity

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.