General Ledger Accountant

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Job Title:

General Ledger Accountant

Location:

Torrance, CA

Job Type: Onsite 8am - 5pm

Pay: $32 - $36 / hour

Benefits:
This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision and PTO.

We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Associate to manage general ledger functions and provide financial reporting support for our organization. This position acts as a key point of contact between the finance team and various field units, ensuring accurate daily transactions, proper financial record-keeping, and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

• Prepare monthly journal entries for assigned accounts and intercompany general journals.
• Review incoming cash receipts and accounts payable batches, ensuring correct general ledger coding, and timely processing while adhering to organizational policies.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, generating accurate financial statements and reports in line with deadlines.
• Collaborate with field staff to ensure proper revenue recognition, including accurate accruals, billing, and reporting for grants.
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial statements; provide analysis of financial results and address any budget variances with field units.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Act as a liaison between the finance department and field units for inquiries related to accounts payable, cash receipts, and financial reporting.
• Track and monitor capital and deferred maintenance projects.
• Provide training to field personnel on financial procedures and ensure compliance with organizational accounting policies.
• Oversee the maintenance of custodian accounts.
• Assist with the preparation of schedules for both internal and external audits.
• Support the budgeting process for assigned units.
• Conduct research and special projects as needed.
• Provide backup support for other accounting staff as required.
• Undertake additional tasks as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience with a strong background in general ledger management.

• Ability to quickly learn new systems and adapt to changing demands.
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with accounting software is a plus.
• Capacity to work effectively under pressure while managing competing priorities.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.