General Ledger Specialist

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Budapest, HUN
In-Office
7M-12M Annually
Junior
Logistics
The Role
Maintain accurate financial records, prepare and process manual and complex journal entries, manage fixed assets and depreciations, reconcile accounts, perform period-end ERP closings and reporting to Oracle/FCCS, support audits, coordinate intercompany resolution, prepare inventory valuation, and participate in Record-to-Report projects and cross-functional finance collaboration.
Summary Generated by Built In

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.  

 

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.  

 

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. 

 

OUR VISION: 

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

 

OUR PURPOSE: 

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

Job Requisition #:

034982 General Ledger Specialist (Open)

Job Description:

ROLE OVERVIEW:

Accurately maintains the organization's financial records and transactions (i.e., daily ledger entries, etc.).  Performs accounting procedures and reviews recorded transactions for accuracy and validity to aid in the monthly, quarterly and annual closings and/or consolidations. Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports and accounting statements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and process manual journal entries (accruals, prepayments, bank transactions, provisions, reclassifications)

  • Prepare complex calculation for manual journal entries (such as customer rebate accrual, transport cost accrual)

  • Manage fixed asset transactions (capitalize new assets, transfer/dispose assets, run depreciations)

  • Prepare account reconciliations (i.e.: support assets and liabilities/equities in the balance sheet at period-end)

  • Perform period-end closing in ERP, including checking account balances, closing periods

  • Responsible for period-end reporting of general ledger/finance information to corporate consolidation system (Oracle/FCCS)

  • Address inquiries and ad hoc requests from business unit operation finance teams (questions on account balances, etc.)

  • Responsible to execute day to day work in accordance with Greif Corporate Policies, US GAAP and SOX key controls and R2R standard set of procedure

  • Prepare inventory valuation analysis in line with standard process

  • Coordinate intercompany mismatch resolution with AP and AR teams

  • Support internal and external audit by providing timely and accurate information as needed

  • Participate in R2R projects (lead by R2R team or work with other Greif departments)

  • Work as one team – within the GL team, within BSC and within Greif as a whole

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree (preferably in Economics, Finance - Accountancy

  • Up to standard knowledge of corporate and local accounting rules, being able to apply those in daily work.

  • Some level of experience with GL processes, having relationships with Finance Managers, controllers, other peers.

  • Effective at dealing with people at all levels (Interpersonal skills).

  • Pragmatic & logical thinker with an eye for detail and an analytical mind

  • 1 - 3 years relevant experience

  • Fluent communication in English (both written and verbal)

  • Solid user-level proficiency in MS Office

  • Proactive attitude – seek for solution and not only question

  • Able to work independently but ask questions when necessary

What we provide:

  • Multinational, dynamic environment;

  • Modern office in the city center;

  • Stable company background;

  • Long-term career opportunity;

  • Home office opportunity and flexible working hours;

  • Latest end-to-end processes;

  • Work-life balance.

At Greif, your work has purpose, colleagues care about your well-being, and you have the opportunity to grow and thrive. Service and leadership are the core of everything we do. Our global presence provides us a platform to do good in the world.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential. 

Compensation Range:

The pay range for this position is Ft7,331,500.00 - Ft12,463,600.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between9,000,000.00 to10,800,000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement:

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com. All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif.

EEO Statement:

https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree (preferably in Economics, Finance, Accountancy)
  • 1-3 years relevant general ledger/accounting experience
  • Knowledge of corporate and local accounting rules (US GAAP)
  • Experience with GL processes and working with Finance Managers/controllers
  • Prepare and process manual and complex journal entries (accruals, prepayments, provisions, reclassifications)
  • Manage fixed asset transactions and run depreciations
  • Prepare account reconciliations and inventory valuation analysis
  • Perform period-end closing in ERP and report to corporate consolidation system (Oracle/FCCS)
  • Fluent written and verbal English communication
  • Solid user-level proficiency in MS Office (Excel)
  • Strong interpersonal, analytical, detail-oriented and proactive mindset
  • Ability to support internal and external audits and follow SOX controls and R2R procedures

Greif, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Greif, Inc. and has not been reviewed or approved by Greif, Inc..

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is characterized as solid and competitive for manufacturing roles, with multiple statements describing it as fair, decent, or great for the work. Pay levels are also framed as aligned with local standards or exceeding expectations in certain technical roles.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through 401(k) matching with a defined vesting timeline, alongside profit sharing or gain sharing in some contexts. These elements are repeatedly paired with positive statements about the overall package.
  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, and supplemental protections such as life and disability coverage. Additional options like HSAs and supplemental plans are presented as expanding choice and coverage breadth.

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The Company
HQ: Delaware, OH
3,804 Employees
Year Founded: 1877

What We Do

Greif (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B), is a global leader in industrial packaging products and services and is pursuing its vision: be the best performing customer service company in the world. The Company produces steel, plastic and fibre drums, intermediate bulk containers, reconditioned containers, containerboard, uncoated recycled paperboard, coated recycled paperboard, tubes and cores and a diverse mix of specialty products. The Company also manufactures packaging accessories and provides filling, packaging and other services for a wide range of industries. Greif also manages timber properties in the southeastern United States. The Company is strategically positioned in more than 35 countries to serve global as well as regional customers. Additional information is on the Company's website at www.greif.com.

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