Remote Senior General Ledger Accountant: US GAAP & NetSuite

Jobgether; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life insurance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking a Senior General Ledger Accountant to oversee daily accounting operations, month-end close, and financial reporting for US-based entities. The role emphasizes accurate GL maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and collaboration with FP&A and auditors.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in accounting, a strong grasp of US GAAP, experience with NetSuite (Ramp desirable), and advanced Excel skills. This is a fully remote, full-time position with growth potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• CPA qualification considered an advantage.
• 5+ years progressive accounting experience, incl. 3+ years in internal corporate accounting.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience managing general ledger activities, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-/year-end close.
• Understanding of asset/liability reconciliations, sub-ledger systems, and financial statements relationships.
• Experience with NetSuite; Ramp familiarity desirable.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills.
• Experience supporting budgeting, internal controls, and audits.
• Strong analytical, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; occasional evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support daily accounting operations and assist monthly/quarterly closes.
• Consolidate and report monthly financial information across entities and locations.
• Maintain general ledger records; prepare journal entries and keep documentation.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Analyze variances and explain budget vs. actuals for decision making.
• Collaborate with FP&A to improve budgeting and reporting processes.
• Assist with preparation/review of financial statements (balance sheets, P&L, cash flow).
• Ensure US GAAP and regulatory compliance; support audits.
• Identify opportunities to optimize accounting operations via Netsuite/Ramp and automation.
• Develop scalable accounting processes and reporting tools for growth.
• Coordinate with campus ops, financial aid, FP&A, and other departments for consistency.

Skills

US GAAP

Journal entries

GL reconciliations

Financial reporting

Advanced Excel

Audits support

Internal controls

Communication skills

Deadline oriented

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Ramp

Job description

Jobgether is seeking a Senior General Ledger Accountant to oversee daily accounting operations, month-end close, and financial reporting for US-based entities. The role emphasizes accurate GL maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and collaboration with FP&A and auditors.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in accounting, a strong grasp of US GAAP, experience with NetSuite (Ramp desirable), and advanced Excel skills. This is a fully remote, full-time position with growth potential.