Senior Bookkeeper

Ledgent; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent, Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to oversee day-to-day accounting for a growing organization in Sacramento, CA. This onsite, full-time role requires managing the full accounting cycle, payroll, month-end close, and financial reporting for leadership.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of bookkeeping/ accounting experience, strong QuickBooks Desktop or Online skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Independent work and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• 3+ years in Senior Bookkeeper or Full Charge Bookkeeper roles.
• Ability to manage full accounting cycle independently.
• Strong QuickBooks Desktop and/or Online proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Maintain General Ledger and ensure accurate records.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals and adjustments.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Reconcile bank accounts, loans, and balance sheet accounts.
• Process payroll and payroll reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet).
• Monitor cash flow and assist with forecasting.
• Prepare and file sales/use tax returns.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation.
• Assist with budgeting and variance analysis.
• Support audits and tax preparation.
• Research discrepancies and improve processes.

Skills

Full cycle bookkeeping

Payroll processing

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Month-end close

GL reconciliations

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

QuickBooks Desktop

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper / Full Charge Bookkeeper to oversee all day-to-day accounting operations for a growing organization. This is a hands-on role for an accounting professional who can independently manage the full accounting cycle, maintain accurate financial records, process payroll, complete month-end close, and prepare financial reporting for leadership.

The ideal candidate has strong QuickBooks experience, a solid understanding of accounting principles, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to operate with minimal supervision.

Senior Bookkeeper / Full Charge Bookkeeper

Location: Sacramento, CA

Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Maintain the General Ledger and ensure accurate financial records
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, loans, and balance sheet accounts
• Process payroll and reconcile payroll taxes, deductions, and benefits
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet reports
• Monitor cash flow and assist with financial forecasting
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns
• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules
• Support annual budgeting and variance analysis
• Assist with year-end audits and tax preparation
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation and accounting records
• Recommend and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

Qualifications

• 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• 3+ years of recent Senior Bookkeeper or Full Charge Bookkeeper experience
• Proven experience managing the full accounting cycle independently
• Advanced QuickBooks Desktop and/or QuickBooks Online proficiency
• Strong understanding of General Ledger accounting and account reconciliations
• Experience performing month-end and year-end close
• Experience processing payroll and payroll reconciliations
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and XLOOKUP
• Strong understanding of accrual-based accounting
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Experience supporting organizations with revenues exceeding $5 million
• Experience in construction, manufacturing, distribution, professional services, or property management
• Experience with job costing, inventory accounting, or multi-entity accounting
• QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification is a plus

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.