General Ledger Accountant

Gleeson Recruitment Ltd; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: General Ledger Accountant
Location: Wolverhampton
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: Accounting Manager / Financial Controller
Job Type: Full-time / Permanent / Hybrid
Salary: £38 - 45k + Study Support

Job Summary:
We are seeking a meticulous and dependable General Ledger Accountant to support our growing organisation. The GL Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytic skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset to a mission-driven environment that prioritises care and compliance.

Key Responsibilities and Daily Duties:

1. General Ledger Operations:
   • Post and maintain journal entries for daily transactions including payroll allocations, vendor accruals, facility-related expenses, and intercompany charges.
   • Maintain the general ledger and ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
   • Manage the integrity of the chart of accounts and assist with account mapping for new services or locations.
2. Account Reconciliation:
   • Perform monthly reconciliations of key accounts, including bank accounts, prepayments, fixed assets, accruals, and deferred revenue.
   • Investigate and resolve discrepancies, ensuring supporting documentation is complete and audit ready.
   • Monitor balance sheet activity and flag unusual variances.
3. Month-End and Year-End Close:
   • Contribute to the monthly close process by preparing and posting standard entries and ensuring accuracy in financial results.
   • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to confirm accruals, revenue recognition, and cost allocations.
   • Assist with preparing financial statements, working papers, and schedules for management and external stakeholders.
4. Financial Reporting and Analysis:
   • Support the preparation of internal financial reports, including variance analysis of actual results to budget or forecast.
   • Analyse cost trends across multiple locations and flag any anomalies or unexpected changes.
   • Assist in compiling information for board and executive-level reporting.
5. Compliance and Controls:
   • Ensure financial transactions adhere to internal policies and applicable accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).
   • Help maintain internal controls and documentation to support strong financial governance and accountability.
   • Stay current on financial regulations and compliance requirements relevant to the organisation's operations.
6. Audit and Documentation:
   • Provide audit support by preparing requested schedules and gathering necessary documentation.
   • Assist with internal and external audits, including those related to funding or regulatory compliance.
   • Maintain organised and accessible records to ensure transparency and traceability.
7. Cross-Department Collaboration:
   • Work closely with departments such as Operations, HR/Payroll, and Procurement to validate accounting inputs.
   • Provide guidance to operational staff on coding and expense classifications as needed.

Qualifications:

• ACCA / CIMA part-qualified ideally
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• High attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to handle sensitive information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.