General Ledger Accountant
Academic Programs International • Remote • Full Time
Posted on Wed, Sep 9, 2026
The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for leading critical aspects of the general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting processes. This role requires advanced technical accounting knowledge, strong judgment, and the ability to operate independently in a complex accounting environment.
This position is intended for an experienced accounting professional who is **eligible to sit for the CPA exam** and preferably actively pursuing or holding CPA licensure, with demonstrated experience in either a public or private company setting.
RequirementsKey Responsibilities
- Lead and own complex journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
- Manage assigned areas of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
- Perform and review detailed balance sheet and income statement reconciliations.
- Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide explanations to management.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies.
- Support internal and external audits, including direct interaction with auditors.
- Identify, design, and implement process improvements and automation initiatives.
- Participate in ERP implementations, system upgrades, and accounting transformations.
- Review work prepared by junior staff and provide coaching and mentorship.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $66,000–$85,000 per year (median ~$77,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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