Entry Level General Ledger Accountant Jobs
New grad general ledger accountant jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a solid grasp of reconciliation fundamentals can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Retail, Insurance, and Manufacturing, with employers like AMETEK, Stewart Title, and Redwood Materials hiring at this level now.
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About Redwood Materials
Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, we’re delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.
General Ledger Accountant
The General Ledger Accountant supports the general ledger accounting function for Redwood's global organization. The role contributes to month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls, working closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Financial Planning & Analysis. It's a hands-on position within a fast-growing company, with exposure across the full accounting cycle rather than a single narrow function. This is a strong fit for an accountant early in their career who wants breadth and real ownership of the work.
Hours
Full-time
Responsibilities will include:
- Support the month-end close process by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial statement preparation
- Maintain the general ledger system, posting journal entries and ensuring the accuracy of account balances
- Prepare financial reports and analysis, including variance analysis and trend identification
- Process intercompany transactions and reconcile intercompany balances to resolve discrepancies
- Support the implementation and maintenance of internal controls over the general ledger process, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency across the function
- Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits, responding to inquiries and requests as needed
- Partner with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Financial Planning & Analysis on cross-functional initiatives and accurate financial reporting
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- 1-3 years of relevant accounting and financial reporting experience
- Previous internship or co-op experience in accounting or finance preferred
- Strong understanding of US GAAP accounting principles and financial reporting requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Self-motivated and proactive, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development
- A Passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!
The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
We collect personal information (PI) from you in connection with your application for employment with Redwood Materials, including the following categories of PI: identifiers, personal records, professional or employment information, and inferences drawn from your PI. We collect your PI for our purposes, including performing services and operations related to your potential employment. If you have additional privacy-related questions, please contact us at privacy@redwoodmaterials.com.
About Redwood Materials
Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, we’re delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.
General Ledger Accountant
The General Ledger Accountant supports the general ledger accounting function for Redwood's global organization. The role contributes to month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls, working closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Financial Planning & Analysis. It's a hands-on position within a fast-growing company, with exposure across the full accounting cycle rather than a single narrow function. This is a strong fit for an accountant early in their career who wants breadth and real ownership of the work.
Hours
Full-time
Responsibilities will include:
- Support the month-end close process by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial statement preparation
- Maintain the general ledger system, posting journal entries and ensuring the accuracy of account balances
- Prepare financial reports and analysis, including variance analysis and trend identification
- Process intercompany transactions and reconcile intercompany balances to resolve discrepancies
- Support the implementation and maintenance of internal controls over the general ledger process, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency across the function
- Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits, responding to inquiries and requests as needed
- Partner with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Financial Planning & Analysis on cross-functional initiatives and accurate financial reporting
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- 1-3 years of relevant accounting and financial reporting experience
- Previous internship or co-op experience in accounting or finance preferred
- Strong understanding of US GAAP accounting principles and financial reporting requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Self-motivated and proactive, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development
- A Passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!
The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
We collect personal information (PI) from you in connection with your application for employment with Redwood Materials, including the following categories of PI: identifiers, personal records, professional or employment information, and inferences drawn from your PI. We collect your PI for our purposes, including performing services and operations related to your potential employment. If you have additional privacy-related questions, please contact us at privacy@redwoodmaterials.com.
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Entry Level General Ledger Accountant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level general ledger accountant job?
Entry level general ledger accountant roles typically look for candidates who understand double-entry bookkeeping, month-end close procedures, and basic reconciliation. A degree in accounting or finance helps, but coursework in Excel, ERP systems like SAP or QuickBooks, and any internship or part-time bookkeeping experience give you a concrete edge. Tailoring your resume to highlight specific GL tasks, even from academic projects, strengthens your application.
Which companies hire entry level general ledger accountants?
Companies hiring entry level general ledger accountants right now include AMETEK, Stewart Title, and Redwood Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring covers corporate finance teams, staffing firms placing accountants on contract, and mid-size companies building out their first dedicated accounting function.
Are there remote entry level general ledger accountant jobs?
Yes, though fully remote openings at this level are less common than for experienced hires. About 0% of entry level general ledger accountant openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid arrangements being the more frequent offer since many employers prefer new accountants to learn close processes in person before working independently off-site.
Are these new grad general ledger accountant jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior general ledger accountant postings. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work in place of full-time history, and does not require a CPA license. If a listing mentions junior, staff accountant, or accounting associate, it is generally open to new grad applicants.
Which industries hire the most entry level general ledger accountants?
Entry Level general ledger accountant roles concentrate in Retail, Insurance, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors tend to drive entry level hiring because they maintain high transaction volumes, regular reporting cycles, and structured onboarding programs that are well suited to candidates stepping into their first accounting role.