Senior General Ledger Accountant

ACC Recruiters; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ACC Recruiters is seeking an experienced Senior General Ledger Accountant to own the general ledger, perform complex accounting activities, and support timely financial reporting. You will manage journal entries, reconciliations, and monthly closes while analyzing variances and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a strong GAAP background, 4+ years of GL experience, and solid Excel/ERP skills. Independence and accuracy are essential in this hands-on position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant general ledger experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Strong experience preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ability to analyze financial information and identify discrepancies or unusual activity.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with financial data and spreadsheets.
• Experience working with an ERP or accounting system.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with accounting and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and support accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Perform complex accounting activities, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close procedures.
• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Investigate discrepancies and unusual account activity; resolve issues.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Collaborate with other departments researching transactions and resolving accounting questions.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Provide guidance to less experienced accounting team members and participate in special projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP system

Job description

This is a great opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working with the general ledger and taking ownership of complex accounting activities. The Senior General Ledger Accountant will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the month-end close, and providing reliable financial information to leadership.

The position offers the opportunity to work across multiple areas of accounting, contribute to process improvements, and serve as a resource to other members of the accounting team. It is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with other departments.

Job Description:

The Senior General Ledger Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and supporting accurate and timely financial reporting. This position will perform complex accounting activities, account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close procedures, and financial analysis.

• Manage and maintain assigned general ledger accounts and ensure transactions are recorded accurately
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, including recurring, accrual, prepaid, and adjusting entries
• Perform monthly balance sheet and general ledger account reconciliations
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and unusual account activity
• Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules
• Analyze account balances and financial activity to identify trends, variances, and potential errors
• Assist with revenue and expense recognition and ensure transactions are recorded in the appropriate accounting period
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation for journal entries and account reconciliations
• Assist with fixed asset accounting, depreciation, and related reconciliations as needed
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other accounting functions as needed
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Prepare financial reports and analysis for management
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and requested information
• Assist with tax-related reporting and compliance activities as needed
• Research accounting issues and apply appropriate accounting principles to resolve them
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting
• Assist with the development and implementation of accounting procedures and internal controls
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records
• Collaborate with other departments to research transactions and resolve accounting questions
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced accounting team members
• Participate in special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant general ledger experience
• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and general ledger accounting
• Experience with month-end and year-end close processes
• Strong experience preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
• Ability to analyze financial information and identify discrepancies or unusual activity
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with financial data and spreadsheets
• Experience working with an ERP or accounting system
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with accounting and operational teams

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA eligibility
• Experience with financial reporting and financial statement preparation
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting
• Experience with fixed assets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and revenue recognition
• Experience supporting external audits
• Experience with accounting system implementations or process improvements
• Previous experience mentoring or providing guidance to junior accounting staff