AUDIT PREP ACCOUNTANT - CONTRACT ROLE

Ledgent-Finance-; Swanston (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Sacramento, CA is recruiting a Temporary Audit Prep Accountant for a 6-month contract to support an upcoming audit and potential acquisition. The role focuses on audit readiness, financial documentation, reconciliations, and due diligence, with opportunities to contribute to special projects as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, has 2+ years of audit experience, strong GAAP knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and can

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of audit experience at minimum.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and account reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate audit requests and liaise with external auditors.
• Review financial records for accuracy and audit readiness.
• Assist with month-end close activities, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Participate in ad hoc projects and other accounting duties as assigned.

Skills

Audit experience

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Account reconciliations

Independently motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Temporary Audit Prep Accountant (6-Month Contract)

Sacramento, CA | $37-$40/hour

Ledgent Finance & Accounting, a Roth Staffing Company, is recruiting on behalf of our Sacramento-area client for a Temporary Audit Prep Accountant.

Our client is seeking an experienced accounting professional to support the organization through an upcoming audit and potential acquisition. This approximately 6-month engagement will focus on audit readiness, financial documentation, reconciliations, and due diligence support, while also assisting with special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate audit requests and act as a liaison with external auditors.
• Review financial records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
• Assist with month-end close activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Participate in ad hoc projects and other accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of audit experience at minimum
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and account reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Experience

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with audit preparation experience to make an immediate impact during a critical period of growth and transition.

Pay Rate: $37.00 - $40.00 per hour
Ledgent Finance & Accounting, a Roth Staffing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.