Principal Accountant (General Ledger)

ASSOCIATED PACKAGING INCORPORATED•Gallatin, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Accountant (General Ledger) role is located at Associated Packaging, Inc. headquarters in Gallatin, TN. This role is responsible for performing advanced technical accounting work, leading the month-end and year-end close processes, and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting for the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred
5–10 years of progressive accounting experience required
Strong understanding of GAAP and technical accounting concepts
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
Ability to write reports, prepare schedules, and maintain accurate work papers

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
Prepare, review, and approve complex journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
Maintain the general ledger structure, including chart of accounts and financial coding integrity
Review and analyze account activity, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues proactively
Prepare internal financial statements, management reports, and year-end audit schedules
Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors during interim and year-end audit procedures
Interpret and apply GAAP and internal accounting policies; perform research as needed
Support the Controller with technical accounting matters and policy development
Track and maintain a schedule of all estimated tax payments for federal, state, and local jurisdictions
Ensure timely and accurate submission of estimated payments, extensions, and related filings
Complete and update the tax apportionment table used for state income/franchise tax allocations
Reconcile estimated tax payments to general ledger accounts and tax schedules
Partner with external tax advisors to provide requested schedules, trial balances, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit, Payroll, and Operations to ensure accurate and consistent financial data
Assist with implementation and optimization of ERP accounting modules and system controls
Develop, maintain, and improve internal accounting processes, SOPs, and controls
Participate in process improvement initiatives providing recommendations for efficiencies, accuracy, and timeliness
Select tools, techniques, and approaches for work assignments and projects
Assist with other accounting-related tasks and special projects as needed