Staff Accountant
Sacramento, CA Temporary $30.00 - $35.00/hr Onsite

Job Description

Staff Accountant - Temp to Hire

Ledgent Finance & Accounting - Sacramento, CA

We are partnering with a growing organization seeking a Staff Accountant for a temp-to-hire opportunity. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with full-cycle accounting responsibilities.


Responsibilities

  • Assist with month-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.

  • Prepare and maintain general ledger schedules and supporting documentation.

  • Perform AP/AR functions, including invoice entry, payment processing, and collections follow-up.

  • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts.

  • Support financial statement preparation and internal reporting.

  • Assist with budgeting and forecasting as needed.

  • Process expense reports and ensure compliance with company policies.

  • Analyze financial data and provide variance explanations.

  • Maintain accurate and organized accounting records.

  • Support the Controller and accounting leadership with ad-hoc projects.


Requirements

  • 3+ years of accounting experience in a Staff Accountant or similar role.

  • Understanding of GAAP and full-cycle accounting processes.

  • Strong proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables preferred).

  • Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or similar).

  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.


Schedule & Compensation

  • Status: Temp-to-Hire

  • Schedule: Full-time, onsite or hybrid (depending on client)

  • Compensation: Competitive, based on experience


About Ledgent Finance & Accounting

Ledgent Finance & Accounting, part of the Roth Staffing Companies family, has been a trusted partner for over 30 years-connecting top accounting talent with leading organizations nationwide. We specialize exclusively in accounting and finance staffing, from Accounting Clerks to CFO-level placements.

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.

Job Reference: JN -112025-409981