General Ledger Accountant

Academic Programs International • Austin, TX

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About The Position

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

• Advanced technical accounting knowledge
• Strong judgment
• Ability to operate independently in a complex accounting environment
• Experienced accounting professional
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam
• Demonstrated experience in either a public or private company setting

Nice To Haves

• Actively pursuing or holding CPA licensure

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed