Senior GL Accountant

Description

The Senior General Ledger (GL) Accountant specializing in AI and automation is responsible for overseeing complex accounting operations while leveraging advanced automation platforms and artificial intelligence tools. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, efficient workflow management, and compliance with accounting standards. The Senior GL Accountant works closely with technology and finance teams to optimize processes, maintain robust internal controls, and drive digital transformation within the accounting function.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Lead month-end and year-end close processes using automation and AI-enabled tools for journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.

+ Manage and review GL activities to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance, utilizing automation for routine transaction processing and reconciliations.

+ Analyze financial data using AI-powered analytics to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.

+ Design, implement, and monitor automated accounting workflows to enhance productivity and mitigate risk.

+ Maintain and strengthen internal controls, focusing on technology-enabled compliance standards.

+ Support audit requests with automated documentation and digital audit trails.

+ Mentor junior accountants and support their adoption of automation and AI solutions.

+ Collaborate across departments to integrate automation tools and resolve complex accounting issues.

+ Identify and recommend process improvements, leveraging automation and AI to optimize business outcomes.

Requirements

Requirements:

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.

+ 4+ years of accounting experience, with hands-on exposure to automation and AI tools (such as UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Net Suite AI features, Microsoft Dynamics AI, SAP Concur, or similar platforms).

+ Deep understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and technology-driven process improvements.

+ Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.

+ Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

+ Experience supporting audits and implementing automation-based improvements.

+ Excellent communication, teamwork, and mentoring skills.

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