GL Accountant

Position Summary

The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the organization's financial records. This role oversees general ledger activities, account reconciliations, month-end and year-end close processes, journal entries, financial reporting support, and compliance with accounting policies and procedures. The General Ledger Accountant works closely with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate financial information while supporting audits and continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger Management

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries.
• Review financial transactions for proper account coding and compliance with accounting standards.
• Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies or unusual transactions.
• Ensure all financial data is recorded accurately and timely.

Month-End and Year-End Close

• Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Review and analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Ensure all close deadlines are met while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports.

Account Reconciliations

• Perform bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Research and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Monitor outstanding transactions and follow up with appropriate departments.
• Maintain documentation supporting reconciliation activities.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Assist in preparing internal and external financial reports.
• Analyze financial results and provide explanations for variances.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities as needed.
• Generate ad hoc reports and analyses for management.

Audit & Compliance

• Support internal and external audit requests by providing schedules and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Assist with implementation and monitoring of internal controls.
• Maintain organized accounting records and audit-ready documentation.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.
• Assist with ERP system enhancements, testing, and implementations.
• Recommend improvements to strengthen financial controls and reporting accuracy.
• Participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2 years of general accounting or general ledger experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of month-end close and account reconciliation processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation or CPA candidate.
• Experience with large ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Experience supporting audits and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial analysis.