Senior Accountant

Ledgent; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent in Scottsdale, AZ seeks a Senior Accountant to record, analyze, and reconcile transactions and lead month-end close and consolidations. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide financial insights and support business objectives while ensuring audit-ready documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 2+ years experience, and CPA preferred. Experience with multi-entity and international operations is valued, along with strong Excel and ERP system

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification preferred or actively pursuing.
• Minimum of 2 years accounting, audit, or financial reporting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with multiple entities, consolidations, or complex accounting environments preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Record, analyze, and reconcile a variety of accounting and operational transactions.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entry preparation and account reconciliations.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support business objectives.
• Support accounting activities related to multi-entity and international operations, including foreign currency transactions and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with operational and administrative teams to gather financial data and ensure accurate reporting.
• Perform and review complex consolidations across multiple entities.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure timely completion of accounting activities while maintaining audit-ready documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and strengthen internal controls.
• Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed.

Skills

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Adaptability to new technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred or active pursuit

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

• Record, analyze, and reconcile a variety of accounting and operational transactions.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entry preparation and account reconciliations.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support business objectives.
• Support accounting activities related to multi-entity and international operations, including foreign currency transactions and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with operational and administrative teams to gather financial data and ensure accurate reporting.
• Perform and review complex consolidations across multiple entities.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure timely completion of accounting activities while maintaining audit-ready documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and strengthen internal controls.
• Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed.

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Compensation: $90,000-$105,000

Senior Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Record, analyze, and reconcile a variety of accounting and operational transactions.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entry preparation and account reconciliations.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support business objectives.
• Support accounting activities related to multi-entity and international operations, including foreign currency transactions and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with operational and administrative teams to gather financial data and ensure accurate reporting.
• Perform and review complex consolidations across multiple entities.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure timely completion of accounting activities while maintaining audit-ready documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and strengthen internal controls.
• Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed.

Systems & Tools

• Experience working with enterprise accounting, ERP, or financial management systems.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and technology tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certification (CPA, active pursuit of CPA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting, audit, or financial reporting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience working with multiple entities, consolidations, or complex accounting environments is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Comfortable utilizing technology and systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.

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.