- Location
- Austin, TX
- Department
- Finance
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for leading critical aspects of the general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting processes. This role requires advanced technical accounting knowledge, strong judgment, and the ability to operate independently in a complex accounting environment.
This position is intended for an experienced accounting professional who is **eligible to sit for the CPA exam** and preferably actively pursuing or holding CPA licensure, with demonstrated experience in either a public or private company setting.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and own complex journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
- Manage assigned areas of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
- Perform and review detailed balance sheet and income statement reconciliations.
- Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide explanations to management.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies.
- Support internal and external audits, including direct interaction with auditors.
- Identify, design, and implement process improvements and automation initiatives.
- Participate in ERP implementations, system upgrades, and accounting transformations.
- Review work prepared by junior staff and provide coaching and mentorship.
Skills
GAAPComplianceERPCPA