Senior Accountant

Ledgent; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent seeks a Senior Staff Accountant for our privately managed public assembly sports and real estate facility at the Point Loma/Sports Arena site. You will manage daily accounting activities, prepare financial statements, and support audits and budgets.

The role requires 3–5 years in accounting, strong knowledge of general and accrual accounting, and excellent communication. Expect exposure to budgets, reporting, and cross‑functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university
• 3–5 years' experience in public accounting and/or corporate accounting/financial management at Staff to Senior Accountant level
• Knowledge of general and accrual accounting principles
• Ability to prepare and analyze financial statements and reports
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information and work with varied staff

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of facility financial goals and budgets
• Supervise payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and other accounting functions
• Prepare or assist with event settlements and financial reporting
• Maintain ledgers, revenue distribution, depreciation, and operating expenses
• Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors
• Establish and improve accounting controls and procedures

Skills

General accounting

Accrual accounting

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidential information handling

Problem solving

Autonomy

Education

B.S. in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Payroll systems

ERP systems

Job description

Privately managed public assembly sports and real estate - entertainement/hospitality facilities company, has an excellent opening for the Senior Staff Accountant position. The Senior Staff Accountant will work out of the Point Loma /Sports Arena location. The Senior Accountant administers and manages daily activities of the accounting function at the facility by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and implementation of facility goals and priorities relating to financial management, budget, accounting, purchasing, and/or operational accounting in compliance with State and Federal law, and company policies and procedures.
• Supervises payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other accounting functions, and personnel.
• Prepares and performs or assists with event settlements.
• Assists with the preparation of all financial reporting, including:
• Assists with preparation of financial statements for the Client and Corporate office, and other financial reports, including monthly statements, Annual Budget, and Annual Report.
• Directs the installation and maintenance of accounting records to show receipts and expenditures.
• Maintains general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost, property, and operating expenses, and insurance records.
• Verifies and checks the accuracy of general ledger coding.
• Prepares and analyzes information for financial statements and reports.
• Prepares statements and reports of estimated future costs and revenues.
• Assists in internal audits involving review of accounting and administrative controls.
• Coordinates preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting. Works with auditors in verifying financial information/procedures.
• Establishes system controls for new financial systems and develops procedures to improve existing systems.
• Assists with the installation and maintenance of new accounting, timekeeping, payroll, inventory, property, and other related procedures and controls.

Qualifications

• S. in Accounting or Finance, or related from a four-year college or university
• At least 3 to 5 years' experience in public accounting and/or corporate accounting and financial management as a Staff to Senior Accountant level

Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of general and accrual accounting
• Excellent math skills; high aptitude for problem solving
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational ability
• Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information is required
• Curiosity and resourcefulness
• Ability to work both autonomously and interdependently
• Desere to learn and grow
• Ability to work under limited supervision and to interact with all levels of staff including management.
• Ability to work irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include day, evening, weekends, and holidays on occasion
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet strict deadlines
• Must have professional attitude and appearance
  

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.