General Ledger Lead, Carboline

The General Ledger Lead is responsible for leading the general ledger and financial close activities for Carboline within RPM Performance Coatings Group's PCG segment. Reporting to the Controller, PCG North America, this role serves as the accounting lead for Carboline's general ledger function and is accountable for the integrity of the financial records, the timeliness and accuracy of the monthly and quarterly close, balance sheet reconciliation oversight, internal control execution, and compliance with U.S.GAAP and company policies.

The General Ledger Lead provides leadership to the accounting team, drives process improvement and standardization, supports audits, and partners with business and finance leaders to resolve accounting issues, improve reporting quality, and support business decisions.

As the organization continues to evolve, this role is expected to adapt to changes in responsibilities, processes, and team structure in support of operational and strategic priorities.

• Leads the month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close process, ensuring timely, accurate, and complete financial reporting.
• Serves as the primary accounting lead for Carboline within the scope of the general ledger function, partnering with the Controller, PCG North America on close results, accounting issues, and financial reporting matters.
• Oversees the preparation, review, and approval of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and U.S.GAAP.
• Reviews monthly financial results, analyzes balance sheet and P&L fluctuations, and works with business and finance partners to investigate and resolve variances and accounting issues.
• Ensures the integrity of the general ledger and the effectiveness of close processes, reporting calendars, and review controls.
• Leads the execution and monitoring of internal controls within the areas of responsibility and partners with Internal Audit and management on control design, documentation, remediation, and continuous improvement.
• Researches and evaluates technical accounting matters and new accounting guidance, assesses business impact, and supports implementation of policy or process changes as needed.
• Coordinates and supports external and internal audit activities for areas within scope, including preparation of audit schedules, supporting documentation, and responses to auditor requests.
• Partners cross‑functionally with FP&A, operations, shared service teams, and other stakeholders to resolve accounting matters, improve reporting quality, and support business initiatives.
• Manages, coaches, and develops the Carboline general ledger accounting team by setting priorities, reviewing work product, providing feedback, and supporting professional development.
• Drives process improvement, standardization, and system enhancement efforts to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and increase the quality and timeliness of financial information.
• Supports organizational and process changes by helping define roles, responsibilities, and workflows that align with evolving business and finance operating models.
• Provides leadership on special projects, ad hoc analysis, and accounting initiatives as assigned.
• This role requires occasional travel, with frequency varying based on business needs and peak accounting cycles.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in general ledger accounting and financial close
• Prior supervisory, team lead, or accounting management experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S.GAAP and internal control concepts
• Experience leading month‑end and…