General Ledger ​/ Accounts Receivable Specialist

The General Ledger Specialist  roleperformsa varietyof intermediate technical and administrative tasksin support ofthe general ledgerfunction,highlighted by the daily application of cash receipts and preparation ofmonthly journal entries.

The ideal candidatepossessesstrong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of general accounting principles.

This roleis responsible for supporting the organization's accounting operations throughaccuratecash application, account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The position plays a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial records by researching and resolving payment discrepancies, preparing journal entries, supporting fixed asset accounting, andassistingwith audits. Working collaboratively with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and other departments, this individual contributes toaccuratefinancial reporting,participates in system enhancements, and provides bookkeeping support for affiliated nonprofit organizations.

Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement, with opportunities to mentor and support the development of less experienced team members.

Responsibilities

• Apply daily cash receipts accurately and timely .
• Support reconciliation of all general ledger accounts.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries.
• Prepare reconciliations forasset, liability, and bank accounts within the general ledger
• Assistin the preparation and maintenance of trial balances.
• Provide support with the preparation of taxes and relevant audit tasks.
• Flexibility to adapt and execute variousadditionalassignments based on evolving needs.
• May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.

Skillsand Competencies

• Intermediate knowledge of financial reporting and reconciliation.
• Understanding of GAAP and its application to accounting tasks.
• Experience inrecording and processing journal entries.
• Familiarity withmaintainingcharts of accounts and trial balances.
• Proven skills in tax preparation and audit support.

Experience

• Typically, a minimum of2years of relevant experience.
• A history of successfully performing general technical/administrative tasks.
• Prior experience with general ledger functions and month/year end close processes.

Preferred Experience

• Intermediateproficiencyin Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, conditional formatting, and data validation.

Education

• An associate's degree in accounting or a related fieldor equivalent experience is required role.

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A: $24.50 - $30.80

Location B: $27.40 - $33.70

Location C: $29.80 - $37.10

Benefits and Other Compensation:
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance.  to see our full list of benefits.

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

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