Accounting Manager

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$45.00/hr - $55.00/hr

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Ledgent Accounting & Finance is seeking an Accounting Manager to join one of our financial services client's accounting team located in El Segundo, CA. The position offers a balance of both onsite collaboration three days per week and remote work, providing flexibility while ensuring alignment with our client's mission-driven organization. This is a contract to hire position.

The Accounting Manager will lead the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. This role oversees daily accounting operations, month‑end close, and prepares reports for internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies such as the NCUA. The Accounting Manager drives process improvements, maintains strong internal controls, and collaborates across departments to support organizational goals.

• Manage and mentor the accounting team, setting objectives and monitoring performance.
• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, and month‑end closing processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Evaluate and improve accounting processes for efficiency and compliance.
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and keep leadership informed on financial matters.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 7‑10 years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and regulatory requirements (NCUA standards).
• Proficiency with accounting and budgeting software; experience with process improvement tools.
• Must have supervisory experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work cross‑functionally, and maintain confidentiality.

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.

Mid-Senior level

Contract

Accounting/Auditing

Industries:
Banking