What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Ledger Specialist position at King & George, LLC?
Job Title: General Ledger Specialist
Position Summary:
King & George is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated General Ledger Specialist to join our Accounting team. This position is responsible for supporting the month-end close process, preparing reconciliations, recording journal entries, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and assisting with financial reporting activities across multiple entities.The General Ledger Specialist will work closely with the Senior Accountant and Treasury/Revenue Manager to ensure transactions are recorded accurately, reconciliations are completed timely, and financial information is maintained in accordance with company policies and procedures.This position offers a growth path into Senior Accounting, Project Accounting, Treasury, Revenue Management, and other accounting leadership opportunities as the organization continues to grow.
Reports To
Senior Accountant
Key Responsibilities
General Ledger Maintenance
Required
The responsibilities and qualifications outlined above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by those in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and skills required. The company reserves the right to modify job duties or assign additional duties as needed.
Special Qualifications/Requirements:
Must be able to successfully pass, as required, a federal, state, or local government's background investigation.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.
This position is subject to compliance with applicable labor and safety regulations, including the contractor's legal obligation to provide pay transparency in accordance with 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. The contractor will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Position Summary:
King & George is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated General Ledger Specialist to join our Accounting team. This position is responsible for supporting the month-end close process, preparing reconciliations, recording journal entries, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and assisting with financial reporting activities across multiple entities.The General Ledger Specialist will work closely with the Senior Accountant and Treasury/Revenue Manager to ensure transactions are recorded accurately, reconciliations are completed timely, and financial information is maintained in accordance with company policies and procedures.This position offers a growth path into Senior Accounting, Project Accounting, Treasury, Revenue Management, and other accounting leadership opportunities as the organization continues to grow.
Reports To
Senior Accountant
Key Responsibilities
General Ledger Maintenance
- Prepare and post journal entries as assigned.
- Maintain accuracy and integrity of general ledger accounts.
- Review account activity and identify discrepancies.
- Assist with account analysis and research.
- Ensure transactions are properly recorded and supported.
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for multiple entities.
- Investigate and resolve reconciling items.
- Maintain supporting documentation for reconciliations.
- Assist in identifying unusual transactions and account activity.
- Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
- Maintain supporting schedules for assigned accounts.
- Research reconciling items and outstanding balances.
- Assist with account cleanup projects and reconciliations.
- Assist with payroll-related reconciliations.
- Maintain supporting schedules for payroll liabilities and related accounts.
- Assist with payroll journal entry preparation and review.
- Assist with preparation of intercompany reconciliations.
- Research intercompany differences and discrepancies.
- Maintain supporting schedules for intercompany balances.
- Assist with intercompany billing support as needed.
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.
- Prepare accruals and recurring journal entries as assigned.
- Maintain close schedules and supporting documentation.
- Assist with financial statement support and reporting requests.
Required
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or currently pursuing a degree in one of these areas.
- One (1) year of accounting, bookkeeping, reconciliation, or related experience.
- Experience working with ERP systems such as Jamis, NetSuite, or similar accounting software.
- Understanding of general ledger accounting principles.
- Experience with reconciliations and financial reporting support.
The responsibilities and qualifications outlined above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by those in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and skills required. The company reserves the right to modify job duties or assign additional duties as needed.
Special Qualifications/Requirements:
Must be able to successfully pass, as required, a federal, state, or local government's background investigation.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.
This position is subject to compliance with applicable labor and safety regulations, including the contractor's legal obligation to provide pay transparency in accordance with 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. The contractor will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)