Minimum five years' experience in general ledger accounting, including monthly closing cycles.
Experience with Syteline and SAP ERP systems preferred.
Manufacturing accounting experience a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software programs.
Responsibilities
Oversee financial data calculation, posting, and verification for accounting records.
Record and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances, resolving discrepancies with partners.
Account for employee benefits in partnership with HR and payroll teams to ensure accuracy.
Manage payroll accounting including journal entries and reconciliation of payroll-related accounts.
Coordinate lease tracking and reporting in compliance with ASC 842 / IFRS 16.
Oversee accounting for capital projects, ensuring proper capitalization and timely depreciation.
Support SOX compliance through documentation and testing during audits.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Potential for involvement in special projects beyond core duties.
Exposure to large-scale financial systems like SAP and Syteline.
Full Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversees calculating, posting, and verification of financial data for use in maintaining accounting records.
Day-to-day requirements including but not limited to:
Record and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances, partner with other entities to resolve discrepancies
Account for employee benefits including healthcare, 401(k), and other benefit plans, partner with HR and payroll teams to ensure completeness and accuracy
Manage payroll accounting, including recording payroll journal entries, reconciling payroll-related balance sheet accounts (wages payable, payroll taxes, benefits), and ensuring alignment between payroll subledger and general ledger
Partner with payroll providers (e.g., ADP) and internal teams to investigate and resolve variances, mapping issues, and posting discrepancies
Coordinate with cross-functional business partners to track new, modified, and terminated leases, ensuring timely updates to accounting records in accordance with ASC 842 / IFRS 16; ensure accurate reporting of right-of-use (ROU) assets and lease liabilities
Manage accounting for capital projects, including tracking capital expenditures, reviewing project costs for proper capitalization, and ensuring timely placement into service and depreciation commencement
Record and reconcile lease-related journal entries and balances
Coordinate with business partners to track new, modified, or terminated leases
Support SOX compliance efforts including documentation, testing, and remediation
Monitor and analyze balance sheet movements within accrual and provision accounts, including general reserves and settlement provisions, ensuring appropriate support and justification
Load, validate, and manage financial data within the consolidation system; ensure completeness, accuracy, and proper mapping of trial balance data across entities
Month End Close activities:
Prepare and post journal entries and ensure accuracy of financial data
Perform monthly account reconciliations and variance analysis
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Maintain compliance with GAAP/IFRS and company accounting policies
Prepare and review reconciliations for assigned accounts
Investigate and resolve discrepancies timely
Ensuring assigned balance sheet accounts are in accordance with IFRS guidelines and/or the Company Accounting Manual.
Supports Accounting team in providing documentation for internal, external, and tax audits.
Supports team with special projects and other reporting requirements as needed.
Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.
COMPETENCY OR POSITION REQUIREMENTS (knowledge, skills, and abilities)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Communicates with co-workers, management, and business partners in a courteous and professional manner.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with team members.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (required levels)
Bachelor's degree required; CPA preferred.
Minimum five years' experience in g/l accounting, including experience with monthly closing cycles. Manufacturing accounting a plus.
Experience with Syteline and SAP ERP systems preferred.
