Senior General Ledger Accountant

ACCEL Schools

. Support all general ledger tasks including monthly close and journal entries for multiple legal entities .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in general ledger management, financial statement analysis, and reconciliation processes while ensuring compliance with US GAAP. Proficient in utilizing ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills to enhance accounting efficiency and accuracy.

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General Ledger ManagementFinancial Statement AnalysisUS GAAP KnowledgeERP System ProficiencyAdvanced Microsoft Excel Skills

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Hard Skills

Journal EntriesMonthly ReconciliationsVariance AnalysisRevenue ReconciliationBalance Sheet Reconciliation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Interpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance

Industry Keywords

Accounting ExperienceFinancial AnalysisAccounting ProjectsDiscrepancy Resolution

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support all general ledger tasks including monthly close and journal entries for multiple legal entities
Perform monthly reconciliations for multiple legal entities of sub ledgers/calculated schedules against general ledger and assess ending balances for reasonableness
Lead revenue and deferred revenue reconciliations and analysis
Perform variance analyses for financial statements and explain fluctuations month to month, year over year, and against plan
Ensure accuracy of ledger entries and reconcile subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger
Identify efficiencies in existing processes and propose solutions
Support various accounting projects
Oversee reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies
Assist with training junior staff
Analyze and validate financial statements
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-5 years of accounting experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or related field
Strong knowledge of US GAAP
Knowledge of and proficiency in an ERP system
Excellent written and verbal communication skills – ability to communicate with all levels
Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to build relationships with all levels
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to perform highly detailed work under tight deadlines and handle competing priorities
Demonstrated history of problem solving
Superb ability to identify, analyze, and resolve accounting and system issues
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
10 paid holidays annually
Paid Time Off to cover sick, vacation, and personal absences
Four health insurance plans with co-pay or High Deductible Health Plan options