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Robert Half
GL Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$77,271 / year median in Virginia
-12% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for a detail-oriented GL Accountant to join a manufacturing finance team. This position supports core general ledger activities, helps keep financial records accurate, and contributes to timely close and reporting cycles. The role is well suited for an early-career accounting team member who is eager to build experience in a fast-paced operational environment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting tasks to support accurate and timely financial close cycles.
- Create and record journal entries, including accruals, allocations, and other ledger adjustments, while ensuring supporting documentation is complete.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts each month, investigate discrepancies, and clear outstanding items promptly.
- Assist with receivables and payables accounting activities, including cash application and balance reconciliation work.
- Help strengthen accounting workflows by maintaining documentation, supporting internal controls, and identifying process improvement opportunities.
- Prepare sales and use tax information for reporting needs and coordinate required transaction reviews and reversal documentation.
- Contribute to internal and external audit activities by organizing records, answering requests, and supporting compliance efforts. Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or comparable experience that demonstrates strong foundational accounting knowledge.
- Up to 3 years of experience in general ledger or staff accounting, preferably within manufacturing, industrial, or multi-entity environments.
- Working knowledge of core accounting concepts, including accruals, reconciliations, close activities, and financial reporting.
- Ability to prepare journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger records.
- Proficiency with Excel for calculations, analysis, and structured financial data entry.
- Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, or related reporting support is beneficial.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively in a team setting.