General Ledger Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

NRG Controls, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented General Ledger Accountant to support accurate financial reporting and the integrity of the general ledger. The role prepares journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities while supporting cash application, fixed assets, corporate credit card administration, and audit preparation. Success requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to meet deadlines with accuracy. This position collaborates with Accounting & Finance and Operations and reports to the Controller.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Journal Entries & Close: Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and month-end adjustments; support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Account Reconciliations: Prepare monthly bank, general ledger, and balance sheet account reconciliations; investigate and resolve variances.
• Cash Application: Record daily cash receipts, post transactions, and reconcile cash activity to supporting records.
• Fixed Assets: Maintain fixed asset records, track capital expenditures, and support depreciation schedules and related entries.
• Credit Card Administration: Administer the corporate credit card program, including expense review, transaction posting, and reconciliations. 
• Cost Accounting & Variance Analysis: Analyze cost variances, prepare cost reports, and identify discrepancies to support accurate financial reporting and management decisions.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support budgeting and forecasting activities by providing accurate cost data and variance analysis.
• Inventory Accounting: Assist with periodic inventory counts, reconcile inventory balances to the general ledger, and investigate discrepancies.
• Treasury Support: Support banking activities, cash management, and treasury operations.
• Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by preparing account schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Compliance: Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls, and participate in ERP implementations, system enhancements, and special projects.
• Department Backup: Provide backup support for accounts payable and other accounting functions as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, including general ledger and cost accounting functions.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, general accounting principles, and cost accounting principles.
• Experience preparing journal entries, completing account reconciliations, and supporting month-end close.
• Ability to research account discrepancies and maintain accurate financial records.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Sage 300 or comparable accounting/ERP software.
• Construction, contracting, or project accounting experience.
• Experience with fixed asset accounting, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Knowledge of treasury management and credit card administration.
• Experience supporting ERP implementations and process improvement initiatives.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting or financial reporting.
• Experience performing cost variance analysis, preparing cost reports, and reconciling inventory balances.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Attention to Detail: Produces accurate work, self-reviews for errors, and maintains organized supporting documentation.
• Analytical Thinking: Research variances, reconciles discrepancies to resolution, and escalates issues with a recommended fix.
• Confidentiality: Handles financial records and sensitive business information with integrity and discretion.
• Dependability: Meets accounting close and reporting deadlines consistently and follows through on commitments.
• Organizational Support: Manages multiple priorities and supports the broader Accounting & Finance team as needs shift.
• Oral & Written Communication: Explains accounting matters clearly to colleagues, managers, and auditors.

Other Information:

• Work is performed on-site in an office environment, with occasional visits to client sites. The position requires extended periods of computer and telephone work, and occasional standing, walking, and lifting of materials up to 25 pounds.
• This job description is intended to convey the general scope and nature of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign tasks as necessary. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• NRG Controls, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.