Sr. General Ledger Accountant (USI8) (2623)

SUMMARY: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior General Ledger Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team. This role will be responsible for the monthly close process, maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, preparing and reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting and internal control activities.

The ideal candidate is a strong technical accountant with experience operating in a fast-paced environment, preferably within a multi-entity or acquisition-driven organization. This individual should possess strong analytical skills, sound independent judgment, a strong ownership mentality, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally across finance and operational teams.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, and reclasses, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting

• Own monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely investigation and resolution of variances

• Maintain and analyze general ledger account activity and financial trends, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP

• Provide variance analysis on general ledger accounts and provide commentary to management

• Prepare and review of internal and external financial reporting schedules

• Support accounting for acquisitions, purchase accounting adjustments, and integration activities as applicable

• Assist with accounting policy implementation and adherence across the organization

• Partner with FP&A, operational finance, treasury, tax, and other departments to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial results

• Support internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and documentation

• Identify and implement process improvements and enhancement of accounting processes, controls, and close efficiencies

• Ensure SOX compliance and internal control documentation as applicable

• Support special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives

• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

  • Or an additional 3 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and corporate accounting principles

• Experience with month-end close and general ledger accounting

• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with ERP systems

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• High attention to detail with a process improvement mindset

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• CPA or CPA candidate preferred

• Experience in a publicly traded company environment

• Experience with acquisitions and integration accounting

• Experience with ERP systems such as Quantum or Oracle

• Prior experience in manufacturing, distribution, aerospace, MRO, or multi-entity environments preferred

• SOX/internal controls experience preferred

OTHER:  

• The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.