General Ledger Manager

JMG Limited

Accounting, Auditing & Finance

Position Overview

The General Ledger (GL) Manager oversees the integrity and accuracy of the company’s financial records by managing the general ledger, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and leading month-end and year-end closing processes. This role plays a critical part in financial reporting, internal controls, and audit readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded.
• Oversee journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and other adjustments.
• Ensure proper account coding and classification in accordance with GAAP/IFRS.

• Lead the timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow).
• Analyze variances and provide explanations for fluctuations.

• Assist in preparing internal and external financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting.
• Work with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting processes.

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff (e.g., GL accountants, staff accountants).
• Collaborate with FP&A, tax, and other finance teams to ensure accurate financial data.

• Utilize ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) to maintain ledger integrity.
• Support system upgrades and automation initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger management.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, NetSuite).
• Public accounting or audit experience is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros).
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Audit consulting firms.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance.
Familiarity with financial consolidation tools.

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