Ledgent
A mission‑driven nonprofit in Sacramento is seeking a detail‑oriented and experienced Staff Accountant to join its Finance team. The position is responsible for a range of accounting duties, including overseeing monthly and year‑end closes, maintaining internal controls, supporting audit processes, and supervising junior accounting staff.
Base pay range $30.00/yr – $32.00/yr
Key Responsibilities
Lead monthly and year-end close processes
Prepare journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts
Support financial audits and ensure compliance with GAAP
Analyze financial data and perform necessary adjustments
Assist with payroll and internal reporting as needed
Supervise accounting clerks and support team operations
Maintain and improve accounting systems, policies, and procedures
Collaborate with the Finance team on projects and reporting tasks
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Minimum of 3–5 years of accounting experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP
Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, Word, and Outlook
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, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting / Auditing
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Base pay range $30.00/yr – $32.00/yr
Key Responsibilities
Lead monthly and year-end close processes
Prepare journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts
Support financial audits and ensure compliance with GAAP
Analyze financial data and perform necessary adjustments
Assist with payroll and internal reporting as needed
Supervise accounting clerks and support team operations
Maintain and improve accounting systems, policies, and procedures
Collaborate with the Finance team on projects and reporting tasks
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Minimum of 3–5 years of accounting experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP
Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, Word, and Outlook
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, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting / Auditing
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