General Ledger Accountant

Australia-Employment; Panton (VT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay/benefits!

Room for career growth!

Excellent team culture!

Job summary

Jobot in Addison, Vermont is recruiting a General Ledger Accountant for a permanent, on-site role. You will manage daily accounting operations, maintain the general ledger, and prepare financial statements for senior leadership.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in accounting/finance and 5+ years’ manufacturing experience, with expertise in GL, year-end close, and strong Excel skills. CPA/CMA is a plus and the position offers strong pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations.
• Strong financial reporting skills including year-end and budgeting.
• Experience with general ledger functions and month-end close.
• Hands-on with FreshBooks and QuickBooks.
• Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• CPA or CMA certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations including month-end and year-end processes.
• Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries.
• Balance and reconcile the general ledger regularly.
• Summarize financial information and prepare balance sheets and P&L statements.
• Complete internal audits and recommend procedural improvements.
• Assist in developing and implementing the annual budget in the GL system.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes and regulations in all transactions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Independent / team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CMA (bonus)

Tools

FreshBooks

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

General Ledger Accountant

$80000 - $120000 per year | Addison, VT | On-site | Permanent

We are a Aerospace manufacturing company looking to add a General Ledger Accountant to our growing team!

A bit about us:

We are a Aerospace manufacturing company looking to add a General Ledger Accountant to our growing team!

Why join us?

• Great pay/benefits!
• Room for career growth!
• Excellent team culture!

Job Details

Job Details:

We're looking for a passionate and dedicated General Ledger Accountant to join our dynamic team in the Manufacturing industry. This is a permanent position, where you will play a crucial role in managing our financial records and ensuring that our financial data is accurate and compliant. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of accounting principles and will be responsible for managing our general ledger system, preparing financial statements, and conducting year-end close procedures. This role is a perfect fit for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys problem-solving, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you're ready to take on a new challenge and make a significant impact in a growing company, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• 1. Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including month and end-year process, accounts payable/receivable, cash receipts, general ledger, payroll and utilities, treasury, budgeting, cash forecasting, revenue and expenditure variance analysis, capital assets reconciliations, check runs, fixed asset activity, debt activity etc.
• 2. Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expenses entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
• 3. Maintain and balance the general ledger by preparing a trial balance and reconciling entries.
• 4. Analyze financial information and summarize financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss, and other statements.
• 5. Complete internal audits and provide recommendations for procedural improvements.
• 6. Contribute to the development of the annual budget and implement it into the general ledger system.
• 7. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management, highlighting key business issues, changes and progress.
• 8. Ensure compliance with all internal processes and relevant regulations and ensure all company financial transactions are conducted and recorded accurately in the accounting system.

Qualifications:

• 1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2. Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role, preferably within the Manufacturing industry.
• 3. Proven knowledge and experience of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations.
• 4. High proficiency in financial reporting, including year-end reporting, balance sheet management, and budget preparation.
• 5. Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
• 6. Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like FreshBooks and QuickBooks.
• 7. Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables.
• 8. Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.
• 9. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex accounting issues.
• 10. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• 11. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 12. CPA or CMA certification is a plus.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.