Staff Accountant

LeoForce; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay

Career growth opportunities

Team culture

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join its Accounting + Finance team in Los Angeles, CA. The role focuses on job costing, construction and property accounting, and year-end close, with thorough GL maintenance and cash-flow analysis.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in accounting, familiarity with Yardi, and a CPA/CMA is a plus. The position offers stability as a permanent hire with strong growth potential within a private equity–backed firm.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in Accounting + Finance.
• Experience with job costing, construction accounting, property accounting, project accounting, year-end close, GL, cash flow, financial statements, invoicing, Yardi, loan draws and construction draws.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
• Strong numerical ability and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel; familiarity with Yardi or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Manage job costing, construction, property, and project accounting procedures.
• Oversee year-end close and ensure records are accurate and up-to-date.
• Maintain the general ledger and conduct regular data audits for integrity.
• Prepare and analyze cash flow and financial statements and other reports.
• Process invoices, loan draws, and construction draws timely and accurately.
• Utilize Yardi for property management/accounting tasks.
• Collaborate with finance team to streamline processes and improve reporting.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and stay updated on industry trends.

Skills

Job costing

Construction accounting

Property accounting

Project accounting

Year-end close

GL

Cash flow

Financial statements

Invoicing

Yardi

Loan draws

Construction draws

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CMA (preferred)

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Staff Accountant

Job Description

Experience: Senior Level

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 per year

Job Details

Are you a seasoned accounting professional with a knack for numbers and a passion for detail? We are seeking a dynamic Permanent Staff Accountant to join our thriving Accounting + Finance team. This role offers a unique opportunity to play a critical part in our company's financial operations, with a focus on job costing, construction accounting, property accounting, project accounting, year-end close, GL, cash flow, financial statements, invoicing, Yardi, loan draws, and construction draws. If you are a motivated self-start with a keen eye for detail, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

1. Managing and executing job costing, construction accounting, property accounting, and project accounting procedures.
2. Overseeing the year-end close process and ensuring all financial records are accurate and up-to-date.
3. Maintaining the general ledger (GL) and conducting regular audits to ensure data integrity.
4. Preparing and analyzing cash flow statements, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
5. Processing invoices, loan draws, and construction draws in a timely and accurate manner.
6. Utilizing Yardi software for property management and accounting tasks.
7. Collaborating with other members of the finance team to streamline processes, improve financial reporting, and achieve overall department goals.
8. Ensuring compliance with all financial regulations and staying updated on current industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of 5 years of experience in an accounting role, preferably within the Accounting + Finance industry.
2. Proven experience with job costing, construction accounting, property accounting, project accounting, year-end close, GL, cash flow, financial statements, invoicing, Yardi, loan draws, and construction draws.
3. A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
4. Excellent numerical skills with an attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
5. Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly in Excel, and experience with Yardi or similar accounting software.
6. Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
7. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
8. A proactive approach to problem-solving, with strong decision-making skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

A bit about us

We are a private equity investment firm that is looking to hire a Senior Project Accountant to join our growing team!

Why join us?

• Great pay!
• Room for career growth!
• Great team culture!