General Ledger Accountant

ADP, Inc.; Hawesville (KY); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ADP, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a detail-oriented General Ledger Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, and on-site financial reporting. You will work under the Site Controller to maintain accurate records and ensure GAAP compliance.

Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, audits, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies. A 2+ year background in GL accounting and strong Excel/ERP skills are required.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of general ledger, corporate, or site accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and month-end close processes.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP software.

Aufgaben

• Support daily accounting operations and month-end close.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries including accruals and adjustments.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and resolve issues.
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial statements and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal controls.

Kenntnisse

General ledger accounting

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

ERP experience

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Ausbildung

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

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Jobbeschreibung

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General Ledger Accountant

Professional Kentucky, Hawesville, KY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1089

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated General Ledger (GL) Accountant to join our team. Reporting to the Site Controller, this role supports day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, and on-site financial reporting. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of general ledger processes, maintains accurate financial records, and promotes compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Site Controller with daily accounting operations, month-end close activities, and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, reclassifications, and other recurring or adjusting entries.
• Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations; investigate and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather supporting data, analyze account activity, and resolve accounting issues.
• Support the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, and budget-to-actual variances.
• Assist in the budgeting and forecasting processes as needed.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company accounting policies, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify and implement process and control improvements that enhance the efficiency, consistency, and accuracy of accounting operations.
• Respond to financial information requests from internal stakeholders, external auditors, and other authorized parties.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
• Assist with fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, transfers, and disposals.
• Perform bank, cash, and other assigned account reconciliations.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation in accordance with record-retention requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Two or more years of general ledger, corporate, or site accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software; experience with an ERP system is preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP or equivalent lookup functions, and data analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.