General Ledger Accountant

Green Worldwide Shipping, LLC®; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee High Deductible Health Plan

401(K) with company match

Monthly recognition points

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Weekly fruit baskets

Job summary

A logistics company based in Decatur, GA, is looking for an Accounting Specialist to support month closings and improve general ledger processes. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of relevant experience and proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office. This role emphasizes clear communication and team collaboration. The company offers a full range of benefits including health plans, a 401(K) match, and a tuition reimbursement program.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in general ledger accounting work.
• Experience meeting deadlines and goals.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the controller with month closings.
• Implement general ledger best practices.
• Analyze financial statements and supporting data.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Excel proficiency

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Tools

Cargo Wise operating system

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

About Green

“Global Reach with a personal touch”, that’s the foundation on which four partners (and long-time friends) agreed to when they started Green Worldwide Shipping back in 2008. This ethos has allowed Green to grow to a 200+ strong team with 15 offices across the US and growing.

Brief Description

At Green we are a family of innovative problem-solvers who communicate freely to present creative solutions in an environment of trust, respect, and integrity. We are dedicated to customer service, passionate about logistics, and committed to sustainable growth while inspiring others.

Why this role is special

Join the Green Worldwide team and be a part of our amazing growth journey. Here at Green we encourage our employees to own what they do, start to finish, and make it their own. You will be the key player in the efficiency of the accounting department, assisting the controller with month closings, implementing general ledger best practices, problem solving processes, and assisting with standard audits throughout the year. Clear communication and passion for efficiency is essential for this key, process‑driven position.

How you will be successful

• Communicate clearly and often with both your team and vendors
• Adapt processes towards different types of vendors.
• Continually develop more efficient processes for you and month closing.
• Frequently analyze the financial statements and supporting data to gain insight and accuracy.
• Be a part of a fun and creative team, be open to mentoring team members sharing your knowledge and experience.
• Green employees are fanatics about response time, and you should be too.

What you will bring

• 2+ years of experience in general ledger accounting work
• Experience meeting deadlines and goals
• Knowledge and proficiency using Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Detail oriented, have the ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of Cargo Wise operating system a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What we offer

• Employee High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) currently paid for 100% by Green.
• $1,800 contributed to employee HSA Account, if on HDHP.
• Employee Dental provided by Green.
• Option to purchase disability insurance.
• Paid life insurance and option to buy‑up.
• 401(K) and company match.
• Parental Leave Program.
• Monthly recognition points to give/receive, which can be converted to gift cards.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Weekly fruit baskets in office locations
• A tree planted for every new employee to Trees.org
• Training and Development.

Green Worldwide Shipping, LLC (Green) is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Green will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact Faye Hughes, Head of People and Culture at [e-mail].

Green is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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