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JUNIOR OR STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Ledgent
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/1/2026


Staff Accountant

Location: East Roseville, CA
Compensation: $65,000 - $80,000 annually, plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus of up to 10%
Benefits: Medical benefits, 401(k) plan with potential discretionary company contributions, and paid time off

Please note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

About the Opportunity

A well-established and expanding construction-related organization with operations across multiple western states is seeking a motivated Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This role offers excellent professional development opportunities and a clear path toward advancement into senior-level accounting and leadership positions.

Working directly alongside the Controller/CFO, the successful candidate will become an integral member of a lean, collaborative accounting department. This environment provides broad exposure to accounting operations and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the business.

What You'll Do

  • Support the monthly close process by preparing and posting journal entries.
  • Assist in producing timely and accurate monthly financial reporting.
  • Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and investigate variances.
  • Complete detailed bank and cash account reconciliations.
  • Collaborate with Human Resources and payroll personnel to ensure accurate payroll-related accounting entries and month-end accruals.
  • Help maintain compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and company accounting policies.
  • Participate in the preparation of schedules and documentation for internal reviews and external audits.
  • Analyze financial data and recommend corrections or adjustments when necessary.
  • Assist with process improvement initiatives within the accounting function.
  • Perform additional accounting and finance-related projects as assigned.

What We're Looking For

  • Hands-on experience in an accrual-based accounting environment.
  • Background working for a small to mid-sized organization, preferably within the $20M to $70M revenue range.
  • Strong understanding of financial statement relationships and adjusting journal entries.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software platforms such as QuickBooks or similar ERP systems.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strong attention to detail.
  • Self-motivated individual capable of managing priorities independently.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational abilities and the capacity to meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
  • Minimum 1 year of accounting experience.
  • Ideally someone with two years of experience preparing and reconciling balance sheet accounts.
  • Experience with month-end close activities and financial reporting.
  • Advanced Excel capabilities and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems.
  • Ability to handle competing priorities while maintaining accuracy.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, team-oriented approach.

Why Join Us?

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership, develop a broad accounting skillset, and build a long-term career with a growing organization. If you're looking for a role that provides visibility, responsibility, and future advancement potential, we'd like to hear from you.


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, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Salary : $65,000 - $80,000

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