Senior Accountant (General Ledger)
BlackLine • Los Angeles, California • Full Time
Posted on Wed, Jul 22, 2026
Overview
The Experienced Senior Accountant (General Ledger) at BlackLine plays a key role in a best-in-class accounting department that results in an accurate and timely three-day close. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Accounting, the ideal candidate is highly driven with strong analytical and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication. This solutions-focused candidate will be responsible for preparing financial reports and information, calculating and recording journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and analyzing account information.
A successful candidate thrives in a dynamic and high energy company and is enthusiastic about innovative approaches to problem-solving.
Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate, timely journal entries in accordance with our established schedule.
- Act as a primary accounting liaison for key business partners, providing financial insights and strategic guidance to support their initiatives.
- Conduct monthly and quarterly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
- Perform financial analysis and variance explanations and provide insights to identify trends and recommend actions to optimize financial performance.
- Own and execute cross-functional process improvement projects from identification to implementation, quantifying a project's impact on efficiency and accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with US GAAP. Perform technical accounting research and update technical accounting memos and policies.
- Coordinate and participate in internal and external audits, including preparing audit schedules, addressing audit queries, and implementing, and maintaining effective internal control systems.
- Work closely with the Accounts Payable department to ensure proper general ledger coding of bills.
- Foster collaboration within the accounting team and effectively communicate financial information to stakeholders across the organization.
- Demonstrate proficiency in using accounting software and related systems to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance reporting capabilities. Stay updated with advancements in accounting technology to adapt to changing practices.
- Stay updated with changes in accounting regulations, standards, and industry best practices. Pursue professional development opportunities to demonstrate your commitment to enhancing your skills and knowledge.
- Participate in (and lead, where appropriate) other projects and ad-hoc analyses, as .
Qualifications
Years of Experience in Related Field: 4-5 years
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent experience) .
Technical/Specialized Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- 4-5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- CPA certification preferred
- Big 4 or National Firm experience preferred
- Solid knowledge of US GAAP to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations and standards
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to execute and follow through to completion and documentation
- Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment and work effectively under time pressure while managing to tight deadlines
- Ability to work proactively and independently and collaboratively as a team contributor
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience with NetSuite preferred