Accountant/Senior Accountant

Ledgent Finance & Accounting's client is currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join their team in California. The ideal candidate will have a background in county, government, or engineering accounting, and be familiar with utility and municipal financial operations. It is highly preferred that the candidate have experience with the Tyler Munis system (or related ERPs) and experience managing general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and contracts/contracts administration.

• Utilize the Tyler Munis system to manage financial operations.
• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions.
• Handle billing processes and manage contracts efficiently.
• Apply expertise in county, government, and engineering financial practices.
• Leverage experience in utilities, government, county, and municipal accounting.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Assist with financial audits and ensure adherence to regulations.
  
  

• 2-3 years of experience in county, government, or engineering accounting. Overall 4-5 yrs of accounting/finance experience.
• Proficiency with the Tyler Munis system is highly preferred or other ERPs.
• Strong understanding of utilities, government, county, and municipal financial operations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
  
  

The position offers competitive pay with a range of $35 to $50 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The position provides an opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a supportive environment, with potential for career growth and development within the organization.

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.