Accounting Specialist

Ledgent; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent is seeking an Accounting Specialist / Staff Accountant to manage all accounts payable and support accounts receivable in a small team. This on-site role in Oakland requires 3–4 years of accounting experience, proficiency with QuickBooks Pro, and familiarity with NetSuite as a bonus.

A Bachelor’s in Accounting and strong attention to detail are needed. The position emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and collaboration in a tight-knit environment.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of directly related accounting experience.
• Familiarity with standard accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Pro; NetSuite is advantageous.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger ensuring accuracy, completeness and timeliness.
• Process AP/AR inputs and payments/receipts.
• Analyze and generate AP/AR financial reports and related documents.
• Communicate with counterparties on transactional postings.
• Assist with other accounting projects as assigned.
• Issue W-9s and 1099s following year-end.
• Prepare accounting statements and financial reports.

Skills

attention to detail

time management

multi-tasking

communication skills

team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Leadership experience

Tools

QuickBooks Pro

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

MS Outlook

MS Word

Database management

Job description

POSITION: Accounting Specialist / Staff Accountant
Location: 100% on site in Oakland
Pay: $32-35/hour DOE

Overview:

We are seeking a full Cycle Accounting Specialist / Staff Accountant to manage and perform all accounts payable, along with supporting relevant account receivables as needed in the small team, related accounting projects and activities in the Finance department; relies on past experiences and judgment to plan and accomplish goals to perform a variety of tasks; and, works under general supervision with a certain degree of creativity expected and limited latitude allowed. Opportunities to expand role (and/or further specialization) and added responsibilities in due course.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintenance of the general ledger ensuring accuracy, completeness and timeliness.
• Managing and processing AP/AR inputs and payments/receipts.
• Analyzing and generating AP/AR financial reports and related documents.
• Communicate with counterparties, as needed, on transactional postings.
• Assistance with other financial and accounting projects as assigned.
• Issuance of W9's and 1099's following year-end
• Regular duties may include, but not be limited to:
• Preparation of various accounting statements and financial reports.
• Provision of credit references to potential counterparties.
• Development and maintenance of files and archives.
• Required Skills and Qualifications:
• 3 - 4 years of directly related accounting experience
• Familiarity with standard accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Pro
• Experience with NetSuite would be advantageous
• Proficiency with commonly used software programs including Outlook, Word and Excel
• Proficiency in database management

Requirements

• Ability to work in a small close-knit and codependent/collaborative team environment
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and adaptability to address changes
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and excellent communication skills
• Proactively manage and consistently meet relevant deadlines
• Undergraduate Degree in Accounting
• Leadership experience is strongly preferred
  

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.