Accountant

Ledgent Finance & Accounting; 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 Finance & Accounting in Baltimore, MD is seeking an Accountant to support daily accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, prepare reports, and assist with month-end close in a dynamic environment.

The role involves posting journal entries, bank and general ledger reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and cash flow monitoring, with opportunities to contribute to budgeting and forecasting.

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 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

Journal entries posting

Bank reconciliations

General ledger

Excel proficiency

Financial reporting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Dynamics

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

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.

Key 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.

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 Statement

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.