The General Ledger Specialist role performs a variety of intermediate technical and administrative tasks in support of the general ledger function, highlighted by the daily application of cash receipts and preparation of monthly journal entries. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of general accounting principles.
This role is responsible for supporting the organization's accounting operations through accurate cash application, account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The position plays a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial records by researching and resolving payment discrepancies, preparing journal entries, supporting fixed asset accounting, and assisting with audits. Working collaboratively with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and other departments, this individual contributes to accurate financial reporting, participates in system enhancements, and provides bookkeeping support for affiliated nonprofit organizations. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement, with opportunities to mentor and support the development of less experienced team members.
Responsibilities
- Apply daily cash receipts accurately and timely.
- Support reconciliation of all general ledger accounts.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
- Prepare and post monthly journal entries.
- Prepare reconciliations for asset, liability, and bank accounts within the general ledger
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of trial balances.
- Provide support with the preparation of taxes and relevant audit tasks.
- Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
Mentorship
- May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.
Skills and Competencies
- Intermediate knowledge of financial reporting and reconciliation.
- Understanding of GAAP and its application to accounting tasks.
- Experience in recording and processing journal entries.
- Familiarity with maintaining charts of accounts and trial balances.
- Proven skills in tax preparation and audit support.
Experience
- Typically, a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
- A history of successfully performing general technical/administrative tasks.
- Prior experience with general ledger functions and month/year end close processes.
Preferred Experience
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP, conditional formatting, and data validation.
Education
- An associate's degree in accounting or a related field or equivalent experience is required role.
Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Location A:$24.50 - $30.80Location B:$27.40 - $33.70Location C:$29.80 - $37.10You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.
About Brown and Caldwell
Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com
This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.
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Skills Required
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Associate's degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Intermediate knowledge of financial reporting and account reconciliation.
- Understanding and application of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
- Experience recording and processing journal entries.
- Prior experience with general ledger functions and month/year end close processes.
- Familiarity with maintaining charts of accounts and trial balances.
- Proven skills in tax preparation and audit support.
- Ability to apply daily cash receipts accurately and timely.
- Pass pre-employment background check and drug test.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, conditional formatting, data validation).
- Ability or willingness to mentor and support development of less experienced team members.
What We Do
Headquartered in Walnut Creek, Calif., Brown and Caldwell is an employee-owned firm with 2,100+ professionals serving clients locally and globally from 52 locations. We are the largest engineering and construction firm solely focused on the U.S. water and environmental sectors. Our creative designs and progressive solutions have helped municipal, federal and private organizations overcome their most complex environmental challenges. We offer a comprehensive range of engineering, scientific, consulting and construction services and all the essential ingredients® for a successful project and a standout experience. We are passionate about delivering exceptional service, collaborating with clients, adding value through innovation and building relationships that last. This passion dates back to Ken Brown and Dave Caldwell, who, since founding the company in 1947, stood out for their ability to solve engineering challenges, apply technology to emerging environmental problems, and serve their community. Service, great technical solutions, innovation. These are the qualities our founders carried forward as the world changed and the company grew into what it is today. Now, more than 75 years later, these qualities are just as important – essential, really – to Brown and Caldwell and to our clients.
