Accountant, US

GRT US Holding; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-Term Incentive Plan

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

GRT US Holding is seeking an Accountant to support U.S. entity accounting, reporting to the Senior Manager, Accounting. You will help ensure accurate financial data, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls across month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting.

The role requires a solid technical accounting foundation, detail orientation, and ability to operate in a regulated, matrixed environment. Exposure to global finance and cross-functional collaboration is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA or CMA, Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close with journal entries, schedules, and reconciliations.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and resolve items.
• Ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP and company policies.
• Support internal controls and SOX compliance.
• Assist with audit activities and auditor requests.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and cash reporting.
• Handle intercompany transactions and treasury activities.
• Support payroll processing and related accounts.
• Assist with P2P, fixed assets, and budgeting processes.
• Contribute to data accuracy and process improvements.
• Collaborate with HR, IT, and Procurement to align data.

Skills

Month-end close

Reconciliations

US GAAP

Internal controls

Audit support

SOX compliance

Payroll

Intercompany

P2P

Fixed assets

Financial analysis

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or CMA

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

iBuy

Job description

Accountant, US

The salary range for this position is between $70k and $95k. Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills, and experience. The company also currently offers a Long-Term Incentive Plan (cash plan) of 10% base salary, and an annual performance bonus target of 10% base salary (subject to meeting plan requirements) and comprehensive benefits.

Position Summary

The accountant is responsible for supporting core accounting operations for the U.S. entity, reporting to the Senior Manager, Accounting. This role contributes to the integrity of financial reporting, ensures compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements, and supports business operations through accurate and timely financial data.

This position supports key accounting processes including month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, audit support, and statutory compliance, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and global finance partners. The role requires a solid technical accounting foundation, strong attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a regulated and matrixed environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the month-end close process by preparing journal entries, schedules, and reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts, ensuring completeness and timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies in day-to-day activities.
• Support the execution and maintenance of internal controls across accounting processes.
• Assist with internal and external audit activities by preparing supporting documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Support SOX compliance efforts (if applicable), including documentation and testing activities.
• Assist with bank account reconciliations and support cash reporting activities.
• Support intercompany transactions, including recording and reconciling activity in alignment with global processes.
• Assist with accounting and reconciliation of treasury-related activities.
• Support payroll processing activities, including review of data and reconciliation of payroll-related accounts.
• Assist with administration of the corporate credit card program, including expense review and reconciliation support.
• Support accounting processes related to Procure-to-Pay (P2P), fixed assets, and payroll.
• Ensure accurate recording of transactions and support process improvements as identified.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (HR, IT, Procurement) to support data accuracy and process alignment.
• Support tax reporting and compliance across federal, state, franchise, and sales & use tax requirements in partnership with tax advisors.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities for corporate functions (e.g., HR, Finance, IT).
• Prepare variance analysis and support reporting to enable business decision-making.
• Support finance and global teams on financial reporting and process initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA or CMA, Master’s preferred.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of U.S. GAAP; familiarity with IFRS is a plus.

Career Experience

• 2–5 years of accounting experience, including public accounting and/or industry experience.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, life sciences, or a regulated industry preferred but not required.
• Experience supporting month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting processes.
• Exposure to global or matrixed organizations is a plus.

Business Acumen

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data and reporting.
• Solid understanding of accounting processes, including close and reconciliations.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, iBuy, or similar) and financial reporting tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis.
• Basic knowledge of payroll, intercompany accounting, and tax compliance processes