Title: General Ledger AccountantID: req8042Type: Full Time Function: Finance Division: PT - PT Corporate Location: Southfield, MI, United States DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Processing of accounting transactions in the relevant accounting system, according to established policies and procedures in an efficient, timely and accurate manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure timely and accurate booking of GL entries in general ledger system
Ability to analyze / review general ledger postings for accuracy and reasonableness
Perform month-end activities as required for reporting (opening/closing of GL modules, inter-company reconciliations, currency revaluations, uploads of GL results into One Stream, etc.) within the published close schedule
Prepare balance sheet and bank reconciliations, with supporting documentation according to standards and within the required timeframe
Follow-up of disputed/long-outstanding items to ensure integrity of the balance sheet
Maintain up-to-date procedure documents to satisfy Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
Support internal/external audit and Internal Control Office requests
Respond to location inquiries
Other activities requested by Team leader or GL ManagerREQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
Associates Degree with Accounting / Business focus
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting preferred
Ability to speak another language is a plus
EXPERIENCE:
Prior accounting experience preferred
Knowledge of SAP and/or PLEX is a plus
Excel skills at an intermediate level (pivot tables, vlookups, formulas)
REQUIREMENTS:Effective communication skills (verbal, listening and written) Ability to work in a teamStrong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skillsAbility to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timelinessThorough knowledge and understanding of USGAAP accounting (Trial Balance - P&L/Balance Sheet)High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
