Senior General Ledger Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior GL Accountant to join our team in Allen, Texas. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, guiding close activities, and strengthening accounting operations within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to work effectively with both local and remote teams while supporting business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Direct monthly and quarterly close activities, ensuring financial results are reported accurately and supported by meaningful variance analysis across the balance sheet and income statement.

• Examine journal entries and related accounting support to confirm proper classification, completeness, and adherence to applicable accounting guidance.

• Oversee account reconciliation activities, resolve outstanding differences promptly, and help maintain the integrity of the general ledger.

• Collaborate with audit partners and internal stakeholders by preparing documentation, responding to requests, and supporting audit and regulatory review processes.

• Coordinate effectively with offshore accounting resources to align day-to-day execution with U.S. accounting expectations and reporting standards.

• Support the design, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of internal control practices in partnership with Internal Audit and finance leadership.

• Evaluate emerging accounting guidance from relevant standard-setting and regulatory bodies and assess its potential effect on reporting and operations.

• Manage team priorities, deadlines, and departmental workflow while helping improve processes and redefine responsibilities as business needs evolve.

• Contribute to special projects, ad hoc financial analysis, and occasional travel requirements in support of operational and strategic initiatives.L

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or a comparable business function, with strong exposure to general ledger activities.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience working with enterprise accounting platforms such as LN, Oracle, or similar ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel capabilities, including the use of pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to explain complex accounting matters clearly to varied audiences.
• Background in cost accounting and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, lead others effectively, and maintain a high level of accuracy and follow-through.