A General Ledger Accountant is responsible for recording transactions on the general ledger.
A general ledger accountant is responsible for recording transactions on the general ledger.

GL Accountant Job Description

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We're looking for a GL Accountant to join our team! We're a fast-growing company with a lot of opportunity for career growth. If you're a detail-oriented problem solver with a passion for numbers, we want to hear from you!
GL Accountant Duties:
- Prepare accurate and reliable financial statements for the company
- Keep accurate records of transactions
- Perform financial transactions such as paying bills and preparing deposits
- Prepare financial reports
- Maintain the accounting records of the company
- Systematize, organize, and interpret financial data
- Research and resolve accounting problems
GL Accountant Responsibilities:
- Prepare and process all journal entries, allocations, and corrections; oversee all fixed assets, depreciation, and accruals; oversee preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports and analysis; prepare and forecast cash flows
- Confirm compliance with tax authorities such as the IRS, DOR, EDD, and CA State Board of Equalization
- Maintain accurate records, including system backups
- Maintain internal controls over financial reporting
- Support accounting team to prepare quarterly financial statements, including analyzing variance reports
- Support senior management to analyze financial results and new business opportunities
- Perform ad hoc projects as needed
- Other duties as assigned
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Requirements And Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
- 2+ years proven experience in public accounting
- Solid knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and reporting requirements
- Strong communication skills
- Proven ability to analyze and interpret financial data
- Ability to prepare financial statements,
At [Company Name], we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success as a business. We are committed to building a team that reflects our values of diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
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