Accounting Associate I

SoCalGas • Los Angeles, CA

3d

About The Position

Supports accurate financial recordkeeping by processing routine transactions and
maintaining compliance with established accounting standards.

Requirements

• Typically requires a 4-year degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Typically requires 0 years of related experience.
• General Ledger - The process of maintaining accurate and up-to-date general ledger accounts to reflect the financial position of projects accurately.
• Financial Reporting - The ability to prepare and present financial statements and reports, such as monthly financial statements and work-in-progress reports, to stakeholders.
• Regulatory Compliance - Ensuring an organization's adherence to laws, regulations, guidelines and specifications relevant to its business processes.
• Accounts Reconciliation - Comparing sets of financial records to ensure accuracy and prevent balance sheet errors.
• Financial Analysis - Analyzes the financial statements and data to provide insights about the financial performance and position of the organization over time.
• Communication Management - The systematic planning, implementing, monitoring, and revision of all the channels of communication within an organization and between organizations.
• Financial Auditing - An objective examination and evaluation of the financial statements of an organization to make sure that the financial records are a fair and accurate representation of the transactions they claim to represent.
• Cash Management - Cash management refers to a broad area of finance involving the collection, handling, and usage of cash. It involves assessing market liquidity, cash flow, and investments.
• Accounting Principles and Standards (IFRS, GAAP) - Apply financial reporting framework prescribed by the relevant governing body to ensure all transactions meet regulatory requirements.
• Budgeting - The ability to plan and allocate financial resources for projects, ensuring expenditures align with strategic goals and financial constraints.

Responsibilities

• Follows established accounting procedures for processing standard transactions.
• Escalates discrepancies or variances to senior accountants for resolution.
• Posts routine journal entries and reconciles accounts under supervision to maintain accurate ledgers following Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Assists in preparing basic financial reports and schedules for internal stakeholders.
• Maintains organized documentation of accounting transactions in compliance with company policies and internal controls.
• Responds to inquiries regarding invoice coding, expense reports, and payment status.
• Supports month-end close activities by completing assigned tasks within accounting systems.
• Verifies data entry for accuracy and completeness in financial software.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay & Annual Bonus program
• Medical, dental, and vision packages (plus free Mental Health resources/sessions)
• 401K company match & Company provided Pension Plan
• Work/Life Balance including generous PTO
• Wellness Programs/Classes
• Tuition/Education Reimbursement
• Career Development Tools & Resources through SoCalGas University

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level