General Ledger Accountant

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager General Ledger Accounting & Review to support the Finance & Accounting function across multiple entities. The role will be responsible for General Ledger review, account reconciliations, month-end close, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information.

The ideal candidate will be a well-rounded accounting professional with strong General Ledger expertise, capable of independently reviewing accounts, analyzing accounting transactions, identifying discrepancies, and driving timely resolution of reconciling items.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

GENERAL LEDGER REVIEW

• Review and analyze GL accounts for accuracy, completeness, and appropriate accounting treatment.
• Review journal entries, accruals, provisions, prepayments, reclassifications, and other accounting adjustments.
• Ensure transactions are recorded in the correct accounting period and appropriate GL accounts.
• Identify unusual transactions, errors, or inconsistencies and ensure timely correction.

BALANCE SHEET & P&L RECONCILIATION

• Own and perform detailed Balance Sheet and P&L account reconciliations.
• Reconcile bank, AR, AP, payroll, tax, prepaid, fixed assets, accruals, and other GL accounts.
• Investigate reconciling items and identify the underlying accounting differences.
• Ensure aged and unexplained balances are followed up and cleared in a timely manner.

MONTH-END CLOSE

• Manage assigned month-end close activities within established timelines.
• Prepare and review month-end journal entries, accruals, provisions, and reclassifications.
• Ensure key GL accounts are reviewed and reconciled before close.
• Coordinate with Finance teams to resolve issues impacting the month-end close.

ACCOUNT REVIEW & ISSUE RESOLUTION

• Review account movements and supporting schedules for completeness and accuracy.
• Investigate discrepancies between the GL and supporting records.
• Identify root causes of accounting differences and coordinate corrective actions.
• Ensure all significant account balances are properly supported.

ACCOUNTING CONTROL & DOCUMENTATION

• Maintain complete and organized reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation.
• Ensure appropriate audit trails are maintained for accounting transactions.
• Support adherence to accounting policies and internal control requirements.
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting schedules and explanations.

ACCOUNTING SUPPORT

• Support preparation of monthly close schedules and financial statements.
• Work closely with AP, AR, Payroll, and other Finance teams on accounting issues.
• Assist with accounting clean-up and resolution of historical or aged balances.
• Support continuous improvement of reconciliation and GL review processes.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

KPI

EXPECTATION

BUSINESS IMPACT

GL Review

Assigned GL accounts reviewed accurately and on time

Improves GL accuracy and close quality

Reconciliation

Balance Sheet and P&L accounts reconciled within close timelines

Reduces unexplained and aged balances

Issue Resolution

Reconciling items investigated and cleared promptly

Improves reliability of financial information

Month-End Close

Key accounts reviewed and supported before close

Supports a clean and timely close

Documentation

Reconciliations and supporting schedules complete and audit-ready

Strengthens controls and audit readiness

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

REQUIRED

• 5–8 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a multinational or multi-entity environment.
• Strong hands-on experience in General Ledger accounting and reconciliation.
• Strong understanding of Balance Sheet and P&L accounting.
• Hands-on experience with month-end and year-end closing.
• Strong knowledge of journal entries, accruals, provisions, prepayments, and reclassifications.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems.

PREFERRED

• Experience working with US or Mexico entities.
• Experience in a multi-currency environment and exposure to foreign exchange accounting.
• Experience with NetSuite or another major ERP system.
• Experience supporting financial audits and management reporting.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.

ROLE OUTCOME

Accurate GL Review | Timely Reconciliations | Clean Account Balances | Strong Month-End Close