Hybrid General Ledger Accountant – Month-End & GAAP

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

GFT in Philadelphia, PA is seeking an Accountant, General Ledger to join our Accounting Team. This hybrid role requires regular attendance in the office and offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional partners to maintain the integrity of our financial records and support the monthly close.

You will prepare GL journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and close processes, investigate discrepancies, and help optimize accounting workflows while ensuring compliance with US

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field is required.
• 3+ years of accounting experience is required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, SUMIFS).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and management.

Responsibilities

• Prepares general ledger journal entries, account analyses and reconciliations, including bank reconciliations.
• Prepares various balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly basis.
• Coordinates and executes the monthly close process and resolves discrepancies.
• Ensures accurate recording of transactions within the general ledger.
• Investigates and resolves discrepancies between accounting records, bank accounts, and the general ledger.
• Develops knowledge of related accounting systems and utilizes reporting to troubleshoot issues.
• Ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Partners with other teams to identify and implement process improvements.
• Participates in ad-hoc projects, reporting and financial analysis as needed.
• Supports internal and external audits by providing required documentation.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

ADP

Workday

Deltek VantagePoint

Power BI

Job description

GFT in Philadelphia, PA is seeking an Accountant, General Ledger to join our Accounting Team. This hybrid role requires regular attendance in the office and offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional partners to maintain the integrity of our financial records and support the monthly close.

You will prepare GL journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and close processes, investigate discrepancies, and help optimize accounting workflows while ensuring compliance with US