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General Ledger Accountant roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 immigrant petition. Sponsorship is common among mid-size and large employers with established finance teams and predictable staffing cycles.
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Bashas’ is a family-owned, regional grocer that operates in Arizona, New Mexico and serves four Tribal Nations under five well-known brands including Bashas’, Food City, AJ’s Fine Foods, Eddie’s Country Store, and Bashas’ Diné supermarkets. Founded in 1932, Bashas’ has a rich history of serving communities with quality products and great customer service.
Shared values led Bashas’ to join The Raley’s Companies in 2021, strengthening our business through technological advancements, shared learning, leadership development, and new offerings. With more than 21,000 team members, we are united by a higher purpose: to deliver quality offerings, exceptional service, and to do right by our people, communities, and planet.
Position Purpose
As a Senior General Ledger Associate, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of the Company's financial records. You will be responsible for complex general ledger accounting activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close processes, accrual accounting, prepaid and intangible asset management, and financial reporting support.
This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys solving problems, identifying process improvements, analyzing financial data, and partnering with stakeholders across the organization to maintain strong financial controls and reporting accuracy. You'll have the opportunity to leverage your accounting expertise, ERP knowledge (preferably SAP), and analytical skills while contributing to key initiatives that improve efficiency, compliance, and business performance.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive compensation, paid weekly
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependents
- Paid time off
- Family leave and time off
- Life insurance
- Store and discount programs
- Employee Assistance Program (free financial, legal, and mental health services)
- On-site Culture Club events and Community Engagement opportunities
What You'll Do & How You'll Make a Difference
- Own and maintain assigned general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting policies.
- Perform monthly account reconciliations for prepaid expenses, accruals, assets, liabilities, deferred income, utility accounts, lottery-related transactions, and third-party vendor accounts.
- Research, analyze, and resolve discrepancies independently, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries, accruals, reclasses, and accounting adjustments.
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities by ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded, and deadlines are met.
- Manage and reconcile prepaid expenses and intangible assets, including amortization schedules and supporting documentation.
- Review financial activity for unusual trends, variances, or exceptions and provide recommendations for resolution.
- Validate the accuracy and completeness of data integrations and financial interfaces between SAP and other business systems.
- Partner with Finance, IT, Operations, Merchandising, Payroll, and other departments to resolve accounting issues and improve processes.
- Support internal financial reporting by preparing schedules, reconciliations, analyses, and supporting documentation.
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, strengthen controls, and improve operational efficiency.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for general ledger accounting processes and procedures.
- Provide guidance, training, and support to less experienced accounting team members as needed.
- Participate in special projects, system implementations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Who You Are
- A detail-oriented accounting professional who takes pride in delivering accurate, timely, and reliable financial information.
- An analytical thinker who enjoys researching issues, solving problems, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- A self-starter who can manage competing priorities and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision.
- A collaborative partner who effectively builds relationships across departments and communicates financial concepts clearly.
- A process-minded professional who seeks efficiencies and embraces continuous improvement.
- A trusted team member who demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and sound judgment.
Must Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting or general ledger experience.
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accrual-based accounting.
- Experience supporting month-end and year-end close processes.
- Experience preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial analyses.
- SAP or other large ERP system experience.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUPs, formulas, and financial data analysis.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Experience researching and resolving complex accounting discrepancies.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are important.
Permanent residency in Arizona or New Mexico is a condition of employment for this position. This means a job offer may be denied or rescinded and, if employed, employment may be terminated if an applicant/team member ceases to reside in Arizona or New Mexico.
Who We Are
Bashas’ is a family-owned, regional grocer that operates in Arizona, New Mexico and serves four Tribal Nations under five well-known brands including Bashas’, Food City, AJ’s Fine Foods, Eddie’s Country Store, and Bashas’ Diné supermarkets. Founded in 1932, Bashas’ has a rich history of serving communities with quality products and great customer service.
Shared values led Bashas’ to join The Raley’s Companies in 2021, strengthening our business through technological advancements, shared learning, leadership development, and new offerings. With more than 21,000 team members, we are united by a higher purpose: to deliver quality offerings, exceptional service, and to do right by our people, communities, and planet.
Position Purpose
As a Senior General Ledger Associate, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of the Company's financial records. You will be responsible for complex general ledger accounting activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close processes, accrual accounting, prepaid and intangible asset management, and financial reporting support.
This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys solving problems, identifying process improvements, analyzing financial data, and partnering with stakeholders across the organization to maintain strong financial controls and reporting accuracy. You'll have the opportunity to leverage your accounting expertise, ERP knowledge (preferably SAP), and analytical skills while contributing to key initiatives that improve efficiency, compliance, and business performance.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive compensation, paid weekly
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependents
- Paid time off
- Family leave and time off
- Life insurance
- Store and discount programs
- Employee Assistance Program (free financial, legal, and mental health services)
- On-site Culture Club events and Community Engagement opportunities
What You'll Do & How You'll Make a Difference
- Own and maintain assigned general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting policies.
- Perform monthly account reconciliations for prepaid expenses, accruals, assets, liabilities, deferred income, utility accounts, lottery-related transactions, and third-party vendor accounts.
- Research, analyze, and resolve discrepancies independently, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries, accruals, reclasses, and accounting adjustments.
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities by ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded, and deadlines are met.
- Manage and reconcile prepaid expenses and intangible assets, including amortization schedules and supporting documentation.
- Review financial activity for unusual trends, variances, or exceptions and provide recommendations for resolution.
- Validate the accuracy and completeness of data integrations and financial interfaces between SAP and other business systems.
- Partner with Finance, IT, Operations, Merchandising, Payroll, and other departments to resolve accounting issues and improve processes.
- Support internal financial reporting by preparing schedules, reconciliations, analyses, and supporting documentation.
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, strengthen controls, and improve operational efficiency.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for general ledger accounting processes and procedures.
- Provide guidance, training, and support to less experienced accounting team members as needed.
- Participate in special projects, system implementations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Who You Are
- A detail-oriented accounting professional who takes pride in delivering accurate, timely, and reliable financial information.
- An analytical thinker who enjoys researching issues, solving problems, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- A self-starter who can manage competing priorities and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision.
- A collaborative partner who effectively builds relationships across departments and communicates financial concepts clearly.
- A process-minded professional who seeks efficiencies and embraces continuous improvement.
- A trusted team member who demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and sound judgment.
Must Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting or general ledger experience.
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accrual-based accounting.
- Experience supporting month-end and year-end close processes.
- Experience preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial analyses.
- SAP or other large ERP system experience.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUPs, formulas, and financial data analysis.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Experience researching and resolving complex accounting discrepancies.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are important.
Permanent residency in Arizona or New Mexico is a condition of employment for this position. This means a job offer may be denied or rescinded and, if employed, employment may be terminated if an applicant/team member ceases to reside in Arizona or New Mexico.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a General Ledger Accountant
Match your credentials to EB tier requirements
EB-3 covers a bachelor's in accounting or a related field; EB-2 requires a master's or equivalent combination of degree plus progressive experience. Clarify which tier your background supports before targeting employers, since PERM job descriptions are written around a specific education level.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Companies that have sponsored accountants before know the PERM recruitment process for finance roles. Search DOL PERM disclosure data by SOC code 13-2011 to identify employers who have filed for General Ledger Accountants, not just any sponsored workers.
Search green card sponsoring roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters General Ledger Accountant openings by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing whether a company will support the process before you apply.
Anticipate the prevailing wage in your target city
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job location and experience level before filing the PERM. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wages for SOC 13-2011 in the metro areas where you're applying.
Negotiate a start date that accommodates PERM recruitment
PERM requires the employer to run a mandatory recruitment period before filing, which adds several months before the I-140 can be submitted. Build that timeline into your offer negotiation so neither side is surprised when sponsorship extends well past your start date.
Prepare a credential evaluation before the I-140 stage
If your accounting degree is from outside the U.S., USCIS will require a credential evaluation demonstrating equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's or master's degree. Commission a NACES-member evaluation early so it's ready when your employer's attorney prepares the I-140 petition.
Green Card General Ledger Accountant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do General Ledger Accountant roles commonly qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, which matches most General Ledger Accountant job descriptions. EB-2 is available if the role requires a master's degree or if you hold a bachelor's plus at least five years of progressive experience that your employer documents as equivalent to an advanced degree.
How does the green card process for this role differ from H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B visa is a temporary status with annual lottery risk and a six-year cap for most holders. Green card sponsorship through PERM is permanent and has no lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM plus I-140 plus adjustment of status typically takes two to four years for most countries, and significantly longer for Indian and Chinese nationals due to priority date backlogs at the EB-3 level.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from a General Ledger Accountant employer?
The employer must advertise the position through DOL-specified channels, including print ads and job postings, over a set recruitment period, and certify that no qualified U.S. workers were available. The job description filed with PERM must match your actual duties and the minimum requirements must not be tailored to your individual resume. Once DOL certifies the PERM, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS.
How can I find General Ledger Accountant jobs where the employer is already open to green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't advertise sponsorship willingness explicitly, which makes the search inefficient. Migrate Mate surfaces General Ledger Accountant roles from employers with verified green card sponsorship history, letting you focus applications on companies that have already navigated the PERM process for accounting positions rather than raising the question cold in interviews.
Does my accounting degree from outside the U.S. affect green card eligibility for this role?
A foreign degree doesn't disqualify you, but USCIS requires a credential evaluation confirming equivalency to the U.S. degree level specified in the PERM job description. For EB-3, that's typically a U.S. bachelor's; for EB-2, a master's or equivalent. Order the evaluation from a NACES-member organization early in the process, since it's required before the I-140 can be approved.