General Ledger Accountant - Jacksonville, FL, US
2 days ago
Job description
General Ledger Accountant
Department
Finance & Accounting
Job Title
General Ledger (GL) Accountant
Overview
The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for supporting the accuracy and integrity of the company's general ledger and financial reporting. This role assists the accounting supervisor with general ledger transactions, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysis. The position plays an important role in ensuring timely month-end close, compliance with internal controls, and reliable financial information to support business operations and management decision-making.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely in the general ledger
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Analyze financial data and variances to support financial statement accuracy
• Reconcile subledgers (AR, AP, Inventory, Fixed Assets) to the general ledger
• Assist in inventory accounting, cost allocations, and fixed asset tracking
• Ensure proper documentation and support for all GL transactions
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation
• Support implementation and maintenance of internal controls and accounting policies
• Work closely with Accounts Receivable, Cashier, and other finance team members to ensure data accuracy
• Assist the Accounting Supervisor in financial analysis, reporting, and special projects as needed
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards
Key Requirements & Competencies
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2–5 years of general ledger or accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Good understanding of internal controls and accounting procedures
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Experience in manufacturing cost accounting or inventory accounting is a plus
Place of Job in the Organizational Structure
Reports to: Accounting Supervisor
Works closely with: Accounts Receivable, Cashier, Accounting Supervisor, and other Finance team members
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