Search General Ledger Accountant Employer Baillie Lumber Co. Location Hamburg, New York, United States Salary

USD 65,000.00 - 75,000.00

per year Posted 18 Aug 2026 Closes 17 Sep 2026 Reference 10532 View more categories View fewer categories Job role Accountant Sector Accounting - Public practice Experience level Qualified accountant Apply (This will open in a new window from which you will be automatically redirected to an external site after 5 seconds) Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Send job Job Details The Baillie Group is a cohesive, unified group of hardwood producers working cooperatively together with each retaining their distinctive and valued cultural identities.

About Us:

Baillie Lumber Co. is one of North America's largest hardwood lumber manufacturers, distributors and exporters. We are a provider of hardwood logs, hardwood lumber and proprietary grade hardwood lumber products General Ledger Accountant Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented General Ledger (GL) Accountant to join our corporate accounting team. You will manage daily accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, and drive the month-end closing process. This role is collaborative and requires sharp analytical skills to support our business.

General Ledger Accountant Duties and Responsibilities:

Transactional processing:

Review and posting of daily transactional activity

Month-End Close:

Execute month-end and year-end closing processes efficiently.

Journal Entries:

Prepare and post accurate journal entries with proper documentation.

Reconciliations:

Perform monthly bank, balance sheet, and intercompany account reconciliations.

Variance Analysis:

Analyze financial statement variances and investigate discrepancies.

Audit Support:

Prepare schedules and documentation for external financial audits.

General Ledger Accountant Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience:

2-5 years of progressive general ledger accounting experience.

Software:

Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Great Plains) and advanced Excel.

Knowledge:

Strong understanding of US GAAP principles and internal controls.

Attributes:

High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and clear communication.

General Ledger Accountant Benefits:

Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Performance bonuses Paid vacation days and holidays. Minimum -

Anticipated Maximum Salary:

$65,000 - $75,000 •The advertised pay range represents what Baillie Lumber Co. believes we would anticipate paying for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be compensated at the top of the range for a position as candidates must possess experience and qualifications that far exceed the requirements.• By submitting this application, I certify that all information on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that, should this application contain any false or misleading information, my application may be rejected or, if I have already been hired, my employment with the Company may be terminated, regardless of when the false or misleading information is discovered." Apply (This will open in a new window from which you will be automatically redirected to an external site after 5 seconds) Send job Apply (This will open in a new window from which you will be automatically redirected to an external site after 5 seconds) Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Get job alerts Create a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox. Create alert Similar jobs Accounts Assistant - 12 Month FTC City of London, London Audit Associate Norwich\Hybrid Fund Accounting Manager - AIF Mumbai, India