The General Ledger Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and managing the general ledger function within the company. This role involves leading a team of accounting professionals, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, managing month-end and year-end closing activities, preparing financial statements, and maintaining compliance with internal controls and company policies. The General Ledger Supervisor plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of the company's financial records and providing accurate and reliable financial information.
Responsibilities:
1. Supervise General Ledger Team:
- Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the general ledger team.
- Assign tasks, set goals, and monitor performance to ensure timely and accurate completion of work.
2. Financial Transaction Recording:
- Oversee and ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
- Review and approve journal entries, ensuring adherence to accounting principles and company policies.
3. Month-end and Year-end Closing:
- Coordinate and manage the month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
- Prepare and review general ledger account reconciliations.
- Ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements and accounting standards.
4. Financial Statements and Reporting:
- Prepare and review financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows.
- Analyze financial data and provide insights and recommendations to management.
5. Financial Controls and Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies related to the general ledger.
- Participate in audits and provide necessary documentation and support.
- Stay updated on relevant financial regulations and industry best practices.
6. Process Improvement:
- Continuously review and improve general ledger processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate general ledger processes with other financial systems.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Proven experience in general ledger accounting or a similar financial role, with 5 to 7 years of experience.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify process improvement opportunities.
- Familiarity with financial controls and compliance.
- Advanced proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.