General Ledger Accountant - Manufacturing (Contract, Onsite)

ManpowerGroup; Pemberton (NJ); On-site; USD 114,616,000 - 143,270,000; Full time

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Job summary

Jefferson Wells, a division of ManpowerGroup, seeks a General Ledger Accountant to join the finance team in Ashburn, VA. This contract role requires strong GAAP knowledge, month-end close, and journal entry expertise in a manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on inventory accounting, intercompany activity, and internal controls, with onsite work three days a week. Candidates should have 3+ years of related experience and proficiency in ERP systems and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Experience with inventory accounting and cost accounting preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met and accuracy is maintained.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Handle intercompany transactions and reconciliations across multiple entities.
• Support inventory accounting, including cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis, inventory valuation, and cycle count adjustments.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing and operations teams to ensure accurate reporting of production costs and inventory levels.
• Assist in financial audits by providing necessary documentation and support.
• Contribute to process improvements and ensure internal controls are followed.

Skills

Excel

ERP systems

Inventory accounting

Cost accounting

US GAAP

Journal entries

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

Jefferson Wells, a division of ManpowerGroup, seeks a General Ledger Accountant to join the finance team in Ashburn, VA. This contract role requires strong GAAP knowledge, month-end close, and journal entry expertise in a manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on inventory accounting, intercompany activity, and internal controls, with onsite work three days a week. Candidates should have 3+ years of related experience and proficiency in ERP systems and Excel.