US General Ledger Operations Manager

Job Summary
The U.S. GL Operations Manager is responsible for leading all general ledger accounting operations within the U.S. Center of Excellence organization. This role oversees the month-end close process, account reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, intercompany accounting, journal entry governance, and accounting process standardization across U.S. entities.
The position serves as the operational leader of the accounting close process and partners closely with Corporate Accounting, FP&A, Cost Accounting, Treasury, Tax, and Shared Services teams to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting. The role drives continuous improvement, automation, standardization, and internal control excellence while supporting finance transformation initiatives.Key Responsibilities
General Ledger Operations
• Lead all U.S. general ledger accounting activities.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of accounting records.
• Manage journal entry preparation, review, approval, and posting processes.
• Establish standardized accounting processes across all U.S. entities.
• Maintain documented accounting procedures and operating controls.
• Own the administration of the US&C Infor (ERP system) accounting functions.
Month-End, Quarter-End, and Year-End Close
• Own the U.S. close calendar and close management process.
• Ensure all close activities are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Monitor close performance and identify opportunities to reduce close cycle times.
Account Reconciliations
• Oversee all balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure reconciliations are prepared timely and supported with appropriate documentation.
• Monitor and resolve aged reconciliation items.
• Maintain standardized reconciliation templates and procedures.
• Review high-risk accounts and ensure prompt issue resolution.
Fixed Asset Accounting
• Oversees the fixed asset accountant to ensure:
• capitalization, depreciation, transfers, disposals, and impairment accounting are in alignment with Enterprise capitalization policies.
• Appropriate partnering with operations and engineering teams on capital project reporting.
• Fixed asset audits and physical asset verification programs are supported.
Intercompany Accounting
• Manage intercompany transactions and monthly settlement processes.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of intercompany balances.
• Coordinate with international and domestic business units on intercompany matters.
• Support transfer pricing, management fee, and royalty accounting processes.
Internal Controls & Compliance
• Ensure execution of key accounting controls.
• Maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP and corporate accounting policies.
• Support internal and external audit requirements.
• Assist with implementation and monitoring of internal controls where applicable.
• Drive control standardization and documentation initiatives.
Process Improvement & Automation
• Identify opportunities to automate accounting processes.
• Lead implementation of close automation and workflow tools.
• Partner with IT and finance transformation teams on ERP and systems improvements.
• Reduce manual processes and improve overall accounting efficiency.
Team Leadership
• Lead, develop, and mentor accounting staff.
• Establish performance goals and development plans.
• Promote a culture of accountability, customer service, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure appropriate cross-training and succession planning.
Qualifications
Education
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA preferred.
Experience
• 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• 2-5 years of management experience.
• Manufacturing industry experience required.
• Experience managing month-end close and general ledger operations.
• Shared Services experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Infor, IFS, or similar platforms.
Technical Skills
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Advanced understanding of general ledger accounting, fixed asset accounting, intercompany accounting, financial close management, and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with financial reporting and consolidation systems.