GL Accountant

Voltage Energy•Headquarters, KY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The GL Accountant oversees the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the company’s general ledger and financial reporting. The role supports and executes close processes, account reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and IFRS where applicable. It supports accurate financial activity across domestic and international entities and helps strengthen internal controls, support audits, and build scalable financial infrastructure for continued growth and potential IPO readiness. The position is onsite in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, with relocation to Timberlake, North Carolina, planned for the end of the year. The role works with Finance, IT, FP&A, Payroll & Benefits, tax advisors, Operations, and external auditors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
A minimum of 4–5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
Experience managing full-cycle month-end closing.
In-depth knowledge of GAAP, financial regulations, and financial management best practices.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
Proficiency with financial software and ERP systems.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and solve complex finance challenges.
High integrity, confidentiality, dependability, and sense of urgency.
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States; the company will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas or similar immigration processes.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Own and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts in a timely manner.
Manage intercompany accounting and eliminations.
Maintain chart of accounts integrity and consistency across entities.
Manage fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and capitalized projects.
Own and execute treasury, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions.
Prepare financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Support consolidated reporting for U.S. multi-entity operations.
Assist with management reports and board-level reporting packages.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
Support implementation of SOX-compliant processes, if applicable.
Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors on general ledger activity.
Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
Strengthen internal controls and documentation standards; identify and remediate control gaps.
Maintain the general ledger structure within the ERP system.
Partner with IT and Finance to improve automation and reporting capabilities.
Standardize closing procedures and documentation and implement best practices for financial governance and data accuracy.
Collaborate with FP&A on forecasting and variance analysis.
Support Payroll & Benefits with payroll journal accuracy.
Partner with tax advisors on provision and compliance support.
Work with Operations on inventory and cost of goods sold accuracy, especially in manufacturing environments.