General Ledger Accountant

General Ledger (GL) Accountant

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve. At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

Parexel is hiring a General Ledger (GL) Accountant to work remotely from any location in Argentina.

Who We're Looking For

At Parexel, we are a leading Clinical Research Organization (CRO) dedicated to delivering life ‑ changing medicines to patients around the world. We're looking for a detail-oriented and curious General Ledger (GL) Accountant to join our Controllership team supporting LATAM entities. This home ‑ based role can be located in any location of Argentina, and plays a critical leadership role within complex, global operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and delivering high-quality financial reporting, this role is for you. You'll be a key contributor who values accuracy, builds strong relationships, and is motivated to grow your career while making a real impact.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and maintain general ledger journal entries with appropriate documentation and audit trails

• Own key aspects of the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting

• Ensure accuracy of balance sheet and P&L accounts under US GAAP and Local GAAP

• Prepare and analyze monthly balance sheet reconciliations

• Support statutory financial statement preparation and GAAP reconciliations

• Partner cross-functionally to manage intercompany transactions and closing activities

• Assist with audits and preparation of reporting packages for leadership

• Support tax filings including Corporate Income Tax, VAT, and withholding taxes

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and help implement solutions

Additional Details

• Function: Finance / Controllership

• Scope: LATAM entities

• Environment: Collaborative, global, and fast-paced

• Focus: Accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement

Skills & Experience

• 1–2 years of experience in accounting or Record-to-Report processes, which includes preparation and maintenance of the general ledger

• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail

• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

• Ability to be flexible and have an interest in working with atomization systems, (AI tools) and other process improvement initiatives.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred)

• Advanced Excel skills

• Knowledge of US GAAP is a plus

• English advance proficiency required

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, etc.) preferred