E&PI PI General Ledger Accountant

AMETEK, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. in Pittsburgh seeks a General Ledger Accountant to maintain the integrity of financial records through accurate journal entries, reconciliations and reporting. You will support monthly close, FP&A activities, and audits while ensuring internal controls and SOX compliance.

The role covers fixed assets, balance sheet management, and ad hoc process improvements in a manufacturing setting. Strong Excel and SAP experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Support the monthly close process and analyze financial results.
• Maintain general ledger accounts for accuracy and GAAP compliance.
• Assist in financial statements and internal management reports.
• Support FP&A activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Assist audits by preparing documentation and responding to requests.
• Conduct quarterly SOX compliance activities and document controls.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including additions and depreciation.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Journal entries

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

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The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial records through accurate journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. This role plays a key part in the monthly close process, supports financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and ensures compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements. This position offers exposure to a broad range of accounting activities including fixed assets, balance sheet management, and audit support, as well as opportunities to participate in process improvements and ad hoc projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances
• Support the monthly close process, including analysis of financial results and fluctuations
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and internal management reports
• Support FP&A activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing supporting documentation and responding to audit requests
• Perform quarterly SOX compliance activities, including control documentation, testing, and reporting
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and reconciliations (FAS transitioning to SAP)
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Participate in ad hoc projects and support additional accounting responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum of 2–4 years of accounting experience (public accounting or industry)
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting principles
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Advanced Excel skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Preferred Skills

• CPA or CPA candidate preferred
• Experience with month‑end close processes
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal controls
• Exposure to fixed asset accounting
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment is a plus

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 65,000

Salary Maximum: 85,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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