Ledgent is hiring: Accounting Manager in Sacramento

Base pay range

$38.00/hr - $42.00/hr

Financial Management and Reporting

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end closings.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements in compliance with GAAP and nonprofit fund accounting principles.
• Maintain and update the chart of accounts, ensuring proper coding for client contracts, workforce programs, and funding sources.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Provide accurate financial reports to leadership, program managers, and the Board of Directors.

Payroll and Staffing Operations

• Oversee payroll processing for both internal staff and placed temporary employees.
• Ensure accurate recording of wages, benefits, and taxes in alignment with client billing and funding requirements.
• Collaborate with HR and Operations to reconcile timekeeping, payroll, and job placement data.

Billing and Accounts Receivable

• Supervise client invoicing, ensuring timely and accurate billing for staffing services.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Coordinate with program managers to align invoicing with contract terms and grant funding allocations.

Accounts Payable and Expense Management

• Review and approve vendor invoices, reimbursements, and other disbursements.
• Maintain accurate records of payments and expense allocations.
• Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and spending policies.

Grant and Fund Accounting

• Track revenues and expenses for grant-funded workforce development programs.
• Prepare financial reports and invoices for grantors, ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
• Work closely with program and development teams to manage budgets for restricted funds.

Audit and Compliance

• Lead preparation for annual audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations, including nonprofit and employment laws.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing training and professional development.
• Partner with program and business development teams to support financial planning for staffing and training programs.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives aimed at financial sustainability and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory or management role. Experience in staffing, workforce development, or nonprofit environments strongly preferred.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency with accounting and payroll systems QuickBooks
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with fund accounting and grant reporting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Experience managing both payroll and client billing cycles.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

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. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Administrative and Support Services