General Ledger Specialist

Genuine Parts Company • Plainfield, IN

97d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years relevant experience and/or advanced degree.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees