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Jr. Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$82,056 / year median in California
-25% projected decline
Job Description
Ignite Digital:
Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO Education stipends and referral bonuses Compelling work with the U.S. federal government Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement Opportunity to shape the future of our industry Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth The Junior Accountant plays a key role in daily business operations, serving as a general ledger accountant and bookkeeper. This role works closely with the accountant and accounting manager to support core accounting functions. It requires applying accounting knowledge to problem‑solving and investigating balance sheet variances. This position is ideal for someone seeking hands-on responsibility, continuous learning, and broad exposure to accounting and finance.Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field 1+ year of general ledger or bookkeeping experience Knowledge of GAAP principles Experience with general ledger processes and Microsoft Excel Understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliation procedures Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality Ability to qualify for a U.S. Government security clearance Onsite | Rotating Day Off (RDO)Schedule Hours:
9 hours Monday-Thursday, 8 hours Friday, with every other Friday offSalary:
$55k + to align with education and experience Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Ignite Digital is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract. OFCCP'S Pay Transparency Rule EEO is the Law PosterBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Dental Insurance