Nonprofit Staff Accountant: Grants, Budgets & Audits

Ledgent, Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent, Inc. in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Staff Accountant to support nonprofit clients and government contracts. You will manage financial statements, participate in budgeting, reconcile accounts, and assist during audits, delivering accurate reports to leadership.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, collaboration across departments, and timely, precise record-keeping. This is a first-shift, full-time opportunity with competitive hourly pay for experienced accountants.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience, five preferred.
• Familiar with nonprofit/grant/billing processes.
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented approach.
• Proficient in Sage 100 and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze financial statements and reports for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in budget preparation and financial planning aligned with goals.
• Reconcile accounts and maintain accurate financial records; address discrepancies.
• Assist in audits and liaise with external auditors for documentation and insights.
• Support government contract financial operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights for decision making.
• Prepare and present financial reports to management with key insights and recommendations.
• Ensure timely processing of transactions and up-to-date accounting records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Sage 100

Excel

Job description

Ledgent, Inc. in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Staff Accountant to support nonprofit clients and government contracts. You will manage financial statements, participate in budgeting, reconcile accounts, and assist during audits, delivering accurate reports to leadership.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, collaboration across departments, and timely, precise record-keeping. This is a first-shift, full-time opportunity with competitive hourly pay for experienced accountants.