General Accountant (Hybrid)

Our client is a global leader in child mobility, making family travel safer with their range of child seats and pushchairs. They were founded in Ulm, Germany in 1871 and has been setting new standards for the child safety industry for 50 years, thanks to their great people.

Their mission: Every child has the right to be safe and our goal is to protect millions of children on the streets worldwide. They are looking for qualified candidates to make this a reality.

They are a global company with headquarters based in Germany, which houses production, logistics and administration, as well as one of the world's most advanced crash test facilities for child seats.

Their strong corporate values - Care, Trust and Curious - make for a strong company culture.

This role is a hybrid opportunity located in Fort Mill, SC. (3 days in office requried).

Job Overview:

The General Ledger Accountant will play a pivotal role in managing our general ledger accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policies. This dynamic position involves a variety of essential accounting tasks that are crucial to the success of our business. Key responsibilities include handling monthly reconciliations, streamlining accounting processes, reviewing AP/AR transactions, and supporting the month-end close. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in full-cycle accounting, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and excel in communication. If you are a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating with diverse teams, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our financial excellence.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Maintain, reconcile, and resolve reconciling items in the general ledger accounts monthly, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and support the month-end close process, producing timely and accurate financial reports.
• Manage and maintain fixed assets, including depreciation schedules and disposals.
• Support Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) accountants to ensure accurate financial records, and function as the backup for AP and AR as needed.
• Assist in optimizing accounting procedures by identifying areas for improvement, automating repetitive tasks, standardizing workflows, and implementing technology solutions to reduce manual data entry.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory standards, helping mitigate risk.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand business needs.
• Assist with annual audits and tax preparation.
• Contribute to various ad hoc tasks as needed.

Skills and Attributes:

• Deadline-oriented with excellent time management skills to keep up with a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
• Adaptable, responsive, and goal-oriented, with a desire to learn and be challenged.

Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• 3-5 years of experience in general ledger accounting.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
• Advanced-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with accounting ERP systems (Dynamics AX preferred).
• CPA certification preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship (i.e. H-1B visa, etc.) to legally work in the U.S.?
• What annual salary are you targeting?
• Do you have 3-5 years of experience in a full-cycle accounting process?

Work Location: In person