Strategic General Ledger Manager — Close & Compliance Leader

R; Pulaski (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Collaborative environment

Job summary

AvKARE/R&S Northeast is seeking a GL Manager to lead the close process and manage accounting staff across levels. You will ensure timely, GAAP-compliant financial reporting and direct period-end close and consolidation efforts.

The role requires a strong accounting background, SOX compliance experience, and expertise with ERP systems (Oracle). A CPA is preferred. This is a full-time role in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA is preferred but not required.
• Strong technical accounting background required.
• Minimum five years of general ledger accounting experience.
• Experience with SOX compliance, auditing and required reporting.
• Experience in a public company with a control environment is highly desired.
• Excellent Excel skills and ERP systems experience (Oracle preferred).
• Ability to interpret contracts and translate terms into actions.
• Familiarity with ASC 606 and related applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly and annual close in GL.
• Manage accounting staff at various levels.
• Analyze financial results to identify improvement areas.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial statements per GAAP.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and inventory reporting.
• Direct period close and consolidation activities.
• Interface with sales, operations, IT and legal as needed.
• Provide training and supervise staff with internal controls.
• Ensure SOX compliance and internal policy adherence.
• Support special projects and process automation initiatives.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

SOX compliance

Leadership

Excel proficiency

Contract interpretation

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

AvKARE/R&S Northeast is seeking a GL Manager to lead the close process and manage accounting staff across levels. You will ensure timely, GAAP-compliant financial reporting and direct period-end close and consolidation efforts.

The role requires a strong accounting background, SOX compliance experience, and expertise with ERP systems (Oracle). A CPA is preferred. This is a full-time role in a dynamic, collaborative environment.