General Ledger Accountant Jobs
General Ledger Accountant jobs are open across manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and corporate enterprises, from staff and senior levels through controller and director, with specializations in month-end close, account reconciliation, and financial reporting. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Department: Financial
Reports To: Assistant Controller
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Perform and support daily and monthly general ledger (GL) accounting and bookkeeping activities.
- Prepare and maintain expense accruals, account summaries, journal-supporting documentation, and financial records.
- Assist with the preparation and completion of bank reconciliations and account reconciliations.
- Assist with applicable tax filings and workers' compensation filings.
- Prepare required LYNX and Lake County Transportation reports.
- Update, reconcile, and maintain prepaid insurance and other prepaid expense schedules.
- Record, monitor, and reconcile intercompany transactions.
- Maintain fixed asset schedules and related depreciation and amortization schedules.
- Assist with balance sheet account analysis, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and financial documentation.
- Review and monitor cash and credit card transaction reports.
- Prepare credit card charge summaries and reconciliations.
- Reconcile FrontStream credit card statements to bank statements and supporting records.
- Review Resident Trust activity to ensure compliance with established purchasing policies and procedures.
- Maintain and monitor resident contracts and monthly general ledger documentation.
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements for assigned companies.
- Review financial records for accuracy, completeness, proper documentation, and appropriate account classification.
- Maintain organized electronic accounting records, digital files, paper financial records, supporting documents, and physical filing systems.
- Scan, file, retrieve, organize, and maintain financial documentation as required.
- Assist with accounting research, document retrieval, financial audits, reporting, and other financial projects as assigned.
- Maintain confidentiality of financial, resident, and organizational information.
- Follow established accounting procedures, internal controls, company policies, and documentation standards.
- Provide professional and courteous communication when working with team members, management, residents, families, and other stakeholders.
- Perform other accounting, bookkeeping, administrative, and financial support duties as assigned.
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; equivalent relevant experience may substitute for the education requirement.
- Previous experience preparing bank reconciliations.
- Knowledge of general ledger accounting, bookkeeping, accounting data entry, and financial recordkeeping.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy.
- Strong organizational, filing, documentation, and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet monthly accounting and reporting deadlines.
- Ability to maintain and retrieve electronic and paper financial records.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a Financial team.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Previous healthcare accounting or healthcare industry experience preferred.
- Experience with monthly financial close and financial statement preparation.
- Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis.
- Experience maintaining fixed assets, depreciation, amortization, and prepaid expense schedules.
- Experience with intercompany accounting and reconciliations.
- Experience managing financial documentation in both electronic and paper filing systems.
- Monthly birthday celebrations
- Monthly work anniversary celebrations
- Annual company celebrations and events
- Team member recognition throughout the year
- A professional and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities to develop and expand accounting and financial skills
- Exposure to accounting activities supporting multiple companies
- Opportunities to strengthen experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end financial processes
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Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Insurance
- Government & Public Sector
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in general ledger accountant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics
- Experience with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation
- CPA certification or active progress toward CPA licensure
- Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex formulas
Tips for Your General Ledger Accountant Job Search
Quantify your close cycle contributions
Recruiters scanning general ledger resumes want numbers tied to outcomes. Show how many entities you reconciled, how much you reduced close time, or the dollar value of accounts you managed. Vague phrases like 'assisted with month-end close' won't stand out.
Match your ERP experience to each posting
General ledger roles are often built around a specific ERP, whether that's SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Dynamics. Read each posting carefully and place the exact system name near the top of your resume if you have experience in it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists general ledger accountant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry size and structure
A general ledger accountant role at a private-equity-backed company looks very different from one at a publicly traded firm or a nonprofit. Filter your search by company type to focus on environments where your specific close process and reporting experience will translate directly.
Prepare to walk through a journal entry live
Interviewers routinely ask candidates to record a transaction on the spot or explain how they'd correct a posting error. Practice narrating your reasoning out loud, because the logic matters as much as the answer.
Negotiate start date around close deadlines
Hiring managers for general ledger roles prefer start dates that avoid mid-close disruption. If you have leverage, proposing a start date right after a period close signals that you understand the role's rhythm and makes onboarding easier for the team.
General Ledger Accountant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most general ledger accountants?
Etched, City of Toledo, and Triumvirate Environmental are hiring the most general ledger accountants right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to be highest at companies undergoing audits, ERP migrations, or rapid growth.
How many general ledger accountant jobs are remote?
About 56% of general ledger accountant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with the strongest remote concentration in financial reporting, intercompany reconciliation, and consolidations work. Roles tied to hands-on audit support or physical document management are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a general ledger accountant?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, which is the baseline credential most employers require. From there, gain practical experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a staff accountant role to build familiarity with journal entries and reconciliations. Pursuing CPA licensure and developing proficiency in at least one major ERP system substantially improves your candidacy for general ledger-specific positions.
Can you get a general ledger accountant job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level general ledger roles exist, though they typically require a relevant degree and some exposure to bookkeeping or accounting coursework. Internships, staff accountant positions, or even part-time bookkeeping work all build the reconciliation and journal-entry skills hiring managers look for. Demonstrating ERP familiarity and attention to detail in your application materials helps offset a shorter work history.
What does the general ledger accountant interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial phone screen with HR, followed by a technical interview where you'll be asked to walk through journal entries, explain your close process experience, and discuss how you handle reconciling discrepancies. A final round typically involves meeting the controller or accounting manager and may include a short written exercise or scenario-based questions about period-end procedures and internal controls.
Where can I find and apply to general ledger accountant jobs?
You can find and apply to general ledger accountant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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