General Ledger Specialist

4 days ago

Plainfield, IN, United States Genuine Parts Company Full time
Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Accounting Manager, the General Ledger (GL) Specialist is responsible for maintaining the accuracy of a company's general ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records. This role involves posting journal entries, processing indirect expense payables, reviewing account activity, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes. The GL Specialist will work closely with other accounting team members to provide timely and accurate financial information in compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities
  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to ensure data accuracy.
  • Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.
  • Process indirect expense payables, ensuring timely and accurate recording and payment of invoices related to indirect costs.
  • Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
  • Review and analyze account balances and investigate discrepancies.
  • Support internal and external audit processes by providing requested documentation and explanations.
  • Drive results by ensuring compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls, maintaining the integrity of the organization's financial records.
  • Collaborate with multiple departments to resolve accounting issues and support financial reporting.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to improvement process initiatives and enhance the efficiency and accuracy of GL transactions.
  • Anticipate potential issues, recommend solutions and independently drive tasks to completion.
  • Communicating with vendors to resolve disputes and ensure billing accuracy.
  • Assist with account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts.
  • Maintain proper documentation and filing of accounting records.
  • Actively pursue opportunities for professional growth by staying current on accounting standards, financial regulations and industry best practices.
Qualifications
  • Associates degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
  • 1-3 years of month end closing procedures, account reconciliations, and General Ledger experience required.
  • Experience with JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics (D365) and PeopleSoft preferred.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret accounting procedures and financial reports.
  • Professional, self-motivated employee with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 5+ years relevant experience and/or advanced degree.
Physical Demands / Working Environment
  • Work performed in a typical office environment.


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