Senior Accountant - GL & Journal Entries, Forecasting

Ledgent; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent is seeking a Senior Accountant skilled in G/L analysis, journal entries, and financial statement analysis to support budgeting and forecasting efforts. The role will be responsible for preparing and producing accurate balance sheets and collaborating with department managers.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Accounting or Finance, 2–5 years of general accounting experience, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• BA or BS degree emphasis in Accounting or Finance.
• 2–5 years of general accounting or equivalent experience.
• Solid understanding of financial statements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with department managers.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Strong attention to detail in fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite; Advanced Excel (VLOOKUPs, formulas).
• CPA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform G/L analysis and journal entries.
• Analyze financial statements.
• Prepare and analyze budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare balance sheets.

Skills

GL analysis

Journal entries

Financial statements

Budgeting

Forecasting

Balance sheets

Excel advanced

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Ledgent is seeking a Senior Accountant skilled in G/L analysis, journal entries, and financial statement analysis to support budgeting and forecasting efforts. The role will be responsible for preparing and producing accurate balance sheets and collaborating with department managers.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Accounting or Finance, 2–5 years of general accounting experience, and strong Excel skills.