General Ledger

Remote

💰 Finance

A General Ledger Accountant typically works full time in an office setting. They handle the company’s financial documentation, from recording transactions to preparing tax documents. General Ledger Accountants also advise the company on ways to reduce expenses, and they ensure the company operates within financial regulations to avoid penalties.

What does a General Ledger do?

General Ledger Accountants are responsible for creating and maintaining accurate and compliant financial documents.

Responsibilities

A General Ledger should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a General Ledger should be able to execute:

Entering financial data and transactions into the ledger
Reviewing financial documents for accuracy and reconciling accounts
Analyzing financial data and providing financial recommendations
Ensuring financial records comply with regulatory standards
Collaborating with other departments to complete accurate records and provide accounting support
Supporting the Auditor, Controller and other financial professionals in their duties as needed

Required Skills

A competitive General Ledger will have certain skills and qualifications, including:

Effective problem-solving skills to identify and correct financial discrepancies
Technical accounting skills
Written and verbal communication skills to share accounting information when needed
Technical skills and experience using accounting software
Understanding of accounting standards and regulatory requirements
Ability to work on a team and independently

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