Staff Accountant in Los Angeles, California

Description

A growing nonprofit DTLA is looking for a Staff Accountant to join their team! This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company. This is a contract to hire opportunity fully ONSITE in the Downtown Los Angeles office. If you are a staff accountant with 2+ years of experience, we encourage you to apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Carry out daily financial transactions such as verification, classification, and recording of accounting data.

• Oversee and review the general ledger, and reconcile balance sheets.

• Analyze and summarize the financial status of the organization.

• Engage in the annual budget preparation and implementation processes.

• Generate accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in a timely manner.

• Assist in internal and external auditing procedures.

• Ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal policies.

• Collaborate with the financial team on annual budget review.

• Monitor compliance with laws relating to financial management within non-profit organizations.

• Manage payroll function to ensure accurate and timely processing of salary payments.

• Utilize software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, SAP for various accounting tasks.

• Apply skills in Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Bank Reconciliations, General Ledger, Journal Entries, and Month End Close.

Requirements • Possession of a minimum of 2 years of experience in a Staff Accountant role or similar.

• Demonstrated proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).

• Proficient in performing Bank Reconciliations.

• Experience in maintaining and managing the General Ledger.

• Ability to prepare and record Journal Entries accurately.

• Expertise in executing Month End Close procedures.

• Familiarity with accounting software like NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in business relationships.

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage time efficiently.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

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