Accountant Needed - Los Angeles, CA
| Job Description: | This listing closes on 10/26/2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana. At the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, we deliver reliable water to a region with 19 million people—and to accomplish this, we rely on a team of talented employees: innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators who make it all possible. There is currently one (1) opening for an Accountant located at Headquarters (Los Angeles, CA). This recruitment may result in an eligibility list*. The Accountant is responsible for independently performing professional accounting work in support of Metropolitan’s financial operations. The position prepares and analyzes accounting transactions, reconciles accounts, maintains financial records, supports financial reporting and audit activities, applies accounting principles, policies, procedures and regulatory requirements to analyze financial data, researches and resolves accounting issues in accordance with accounting standards, internal controls, and Metropolitan’s policies and procedures. The Accountant collaborates with staff across the organization and may provide technical guidance or coordinate accounting assignments.
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| Job Requirements: |
* Perform core accounting transactions by preparing cost transfers, journal entries, and various payment requests; ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. * Reconcile and analyze accounts by researching and identifying discrepancies, resolving issues between subsystems and the general ledger, and validating financial data. * Prepare, review, and maintain financial documentation and reports, including invoices, drawdown requests, quarterly overhead rate schedules, and components supporting the ACFR. * Monitor and manage accounts receivable by generating invoices, recording receipts, tracking collections, and ensuring timely processing. * Support audits and stakeholder inquiries by gathering documentation, preparing responses, coordinating issue resolution, and maintaining records such as property ownership and escrow documents. * Contribute to cross departmental projects by applying foundational accounting knowledge and supporting project objectives with accurate financial analysis.
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| URL: | Apply Now |
| ID: | JOB-20077 |
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