General Ledger Accountant

Overview

A fast-growing furniture retailer located in Manchester, CT is seeking a General Ledger Accountant to play a vital role in delivering accurate fiscal results. This position is part of the finance group and supports business operations through collaboration with the full GL team and business operators. The role involves monthly close activities, various analyses, and mid-month functions to support business activities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the GL team and business partners to ensure accurate and timely financial results
• Prepare and post properly supported journal entries and monthly account reconciliations
• Manage daily banking and funding processes
• Administer fixed asset accounting system and capital accounting
• Develop and distribute financial reports
• Support internal needs and gain exposure to departments outside of GL
• Take ownership of departmental functions including direct relationships with business partners and their P&L results
• Drive efficient fiscal close processes and identify opportunities for process improvements
• Support external audits
• Assist with controls compliance to maintain a strong control environment
• Analyze data and reconcile results
• Participate in ad-hoc projects as required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills
• Strong aptitude for systems
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Analytical and investigative mindset
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Experience with fixed asset accounting
• Experience using reporting software or writing reports
• Exposure to SAP and Oracle Cloud systems
• Experience in retail or manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of SOX control environment
• Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and budget analyses

Core Competencies

• General ledger accounting
• Month-end close processes
• Journal entries and reconciliations
• Financial reporting and analysis
• Fixed asset accounting
• Banking and cash management
• Internal controls and audit support
• Process improvement
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected base pay range: $55,000 - $65,000 (excluding commissions, incentives, bonuses, etc.)
• Competitive benefits package
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts
• Career development opportunities

Location

Manchester, Connecticut

Equal Employment Opportunity

This employer provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of protected status including race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local law.

Physical Demands

None specified.