General Ledger Accountant

The Baillie Group

Hamburg, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65,000–$75,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Detail Oriented, Distribution Channel, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Analysis, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Great Plains Product Family, Insurance, Journal Entries, Operations, Operations Management, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Team Player
LOCATION
Hamburg, NY
POSTED
Today

About UsBaillie 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 SummaryWe 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.ResponsibilitiesTransactional processing: Review and posting of daily transactional activityMonth-End Close: Execute month-end and year-end closing processes efficientlyJournal Entries: Prepare and post accurate journal entries with proper documentationReconciliations: Perform monthly bank, balance sheet, and intercompany account reconciliationsVariance Analysis: Analyze financial statement variances and investigate discrepanciesAudit Support: Prepare schedules and documentation for external financial auditsQualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldExperience: 2–5 years of progressive general ledger accounting experienceSoftware: Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Great Plains) and advanced ExcelKnowledge: Strong understanding of US GAAP principles and internal controlsAttributes: High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and clear communicationBenefitsHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPerformance bonusesPaid vacation days and holidaysSalary range: $65,000 – $75,000#J-18808-Ljbffr

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