Accountant

Ledgent, Inc.; Connecticut; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent, Inc. in Connecticut seeks an experienced finance professional to oversee the monthly close for multiple entities, prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and deliver timely financial statements for management review.

The role involves bank and payroll reconciliations, data analysis in MIP, asset management, audits, budgeting, and cross-training across finance functions to ensure accurate reporting and strong internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly close for multiple entities, prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and issue financial statements for management.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly bank statements, payroll accounts, and general ledger accounts.
• Export and analyze data from MIP and other systems, investigate variances and unusual transactions.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts including AR and other GL accounts.
• Assist with operating plans, cost reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Maintain fixed asset records, asset capitalization, and monthly depreciation.
• Support internal and external audits, including year-end prep and auditor requests.
• Track and document allocation methodology changes throughout the year.
• Audit monthly personal funds and review client expenses for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain accounting records and supporting documents, including leases.
• Monitor vehicle mileage and other operational metrics.
• Cross-train across finance functions for coverage during absences.
• Perform special projects and other accounting duties as assigned.

Job description

• Lead the monthly close process for multiple entities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and timely issuance of financial statements for management review.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly bank statements, payroll accounts, and general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Export and analyze financial data from MIP and other accounting systems, investigating variances, unusual transactions, and questionable balances.
• Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including accounts receivable and other key general ledger accounts.
• Assist with the preparation of operating plans, cost reports, annual budgets, and financial forecasts.
• Maintain fixed asset records, oversee asset capitalization, and calculate and record monthly depreciation.
• Support internal and external audit activities, including year-end audit preparation and responding to auditor requests.
• Track and document allocation methodology changes throughout the fiscal year to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Conduct monthly audits of individual personal funds and review client-related expenses for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain accounting records and supporting documentation, including lease agreements, lease schedules, and related financial files.
• Monitor and report vehicle mileage and other operational metrics as required.
• Cross-train across various finance functions to provide departmental coverage and support during employee absences.
• Perform special projects and other accounting or finance-related duties as assigned.

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.