General Ledger Accountant: GAAP, Close & FP&A Focus

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

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.