Accountant

Ledgent, Inc.; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to support financial operations for a client in the education space in Hawthorne, California.

The role involves maintaining and reconciling financial records, preparing reports and journal entries, monitoring budgets, and assisting with audits to ensure compliance with GAAP and district policies. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, at least 1 year of experience in K-12 education, government,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in K-12 education, government, nonprofit, or fund accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile general ledger accounts, bank accounts, and financial records.
• Review and process accounting transactions, journal entries, and account adjustments.
• Assist with budget monitoring, financial reporting, and year-end close.
• Prepare financial statements, reports, and supporting schedules.
• Support annual audits and provide requested documentation.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure compliance with GAAP and district policies.
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with administrators, departments, and external agencies on financial matters.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to support the financial operations for our client in the educational space. This position is responsible for maintaining and reconciling financial records, preparing reports and journal entries, monitoring budgets, assisting with audits, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile general ledger accounts, bank accounts, and financial records.
• Review and process accounting transactions, journal entries, and account adjustments.
• Assist with budget monitoring, financial reporting, and year-end close.
• Prepare financial statements, reports, and supporting schedules.
• Support annual audits and provide requested documentation.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure compliance with GAAP and district policies.
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with administrators, departments, and external agencies on financial matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in K-12 education, government, nonprofit, or fund accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

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.