General Ledger Accountant

General Ledger Accountant

The General Ledger Accountant (GLA) plays a critical role in financial management, leveraging a solid understanding of GAAP to oversee and coordinate daily transactions of the Accounting department.  The GLA assumes responsibility for the accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting and analysis, encompassing transactional oversight of Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Cost Accounting, General Ledger (GL), Inventory, Cash Flow, and Banking. Collaboration is a key aspect of the GLA’s role as they frequently engage with various departments including Operations, Purchasing, Engineering, Sales, R&I, Quality, Supply Chain, and HR.  This collaboration ensures precise accounting of expenses, capital expenditures, labor utilization, and numerous other activities.  Reporting to the Controller, the GLA takes charge of coordinating and leading the month-end close, year-end close, and ultimately the year-end financial audit processes from inception to completion.

• Accounting Oversight:  Manage all accounting activities including AP, AR, cost, inventory, journal entries, GL account reconciliations, financial statements, and operational reporting.
• Month/Year-End Close:  Lead the month-end and year-end close processes with the Controller.
• Financial Transactions:  Support daily financial transactions, maintain the general ledger, and prepare financial statements and variance analysis.
• Internal Controls:  Develop, maintain, and monitor internal controls and create job aides/work instructions.
• Audits and Monitoring:  Conduct audits on pricing, inventory, supplier activities, expense reports, and GL account accuracy within the Sage X3 ERP system.
• Training and Staff Development:  Train accounting personnel, develop corrective actions for inconsistencies, and enhance budget and forecasting tools.
• Cash Management:  Prepare daily bank reconciliations, cash flow reports, handle cash transfers.
• AP/AR Management:  Process systematic AP/AR matching, participate in weekly payment runs, and manage payroll journal entries.
• Financial Reporting:  Lead the implementation of financial reporting tools and develop new reports and processes.
• Customer/Supplier Management:  Process setup requests, credit applications, and handle 1099 processes.
• External Audit Management:  Oversee the external audit process and prepare regulatory financial reports.
• Insurance and Tax Compliance:  Assist with insurance activities, prepare census/governmental reports, and manage tax-related opportunities.
• System Maintenance: Perform Sage X3 system maintenance related to accounting activities.
• Other:  Complete other duties as assigned by the company, including Sage X3 System Maintenance related to accounting activities as needed

Qualifications

• Sage X3, SAP, or Oracle ERP experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong oral, written, analytical, and mathematical skills.
• Strong time management, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proven staff supervision and team leadership skills.
• Deadline and detail-oriented with the ability to multitask.
• Ability to research and solve problems quickly.
• Ability to work independently.
• Desire to develop leadership and technical skills.
• Desire to train and develop personnel.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced and motivated environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred, CPA a plus.
• Cosmetic industry experience a plus.
• Hands-on ERP experience, Sage X3 v12 a plus.
• 3 years manufacturing accounting experience a plus.
• Budgeting and account reconciliation experience.
• Excellent analytical skills with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and high confidence in stating professional opinions.
• Strong grasp of GAAP accounting and general accounting concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to streamline and automate complex processes.
• Financial Reporting and Analysis.

• Physical ability to lift 10 pounds without restriction.
• Ability and willingness to work irregular or extended hours, including weekends and nights if needed.
• Willing to adjust working schedule to meet month end close responsibilities.
• Ability to walk long distances as needed.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.