General Ledger Manager at JMG

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

General Ledger Management:

• 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.

Month-End & Year-End Close:

• 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.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

• 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.

Process Improvement & Internal Controls:

• 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.

Team Leadership & Collaboration:

• 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.

Systems & Technology:

• 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.