General Ledger Accountant (Workday)
We are seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on General Ledger Accountant to support our finance operations, with a strong focus on month-end close, financial reporting, and reconciliation activities. This role requires prior experience using Workday and working in a structured accounting environment.
Key Responsibilities
General Ledger & Month-End Close
- Manage general ledger activities including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Support and execute month-end and year-end closing processes with accuracy and timeliness
- Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded in accordance with accounting standards and company policies
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare and review financial statements including balance sheet, P&L, and cash flow reports
- Perform variance analysis and support internal reporting requirements
- Generate standard and ad-hoc reports for internal stakeholders
Reconciliation & Recordkeeping
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
- Maintain accurate and complete financial records and supporting documentation
Audit & Compliance
- Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with FP&A and regional finance teams on budgeting and forecasting support
- Partner with stakeholders across functions to ensure accurate financial reporting
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and enhance efficiency
- Support implementation of best practices and system improvements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- at least 3 years of experience in general ledger or financial accounting roles with exposure with Workday system/SAP
- Hands-on experience with Workday is required
- Strong understanding of month-end closing processes, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Experience preparing financial statements and supporting audits
- Proficiency in Excel (e.g., pivot tables, lookup functions)
- Experience working with accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle Financials, or similar is an advantage
Preferred Attributes
- Experience working in a multi-entity or international environment
- Exposure to budgeting and forecasting processes
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Effective communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams
Additional Information
- This role is suitable for candidates with solid foundational GL experience who are looking to deepen their expertise in a dynamic, international environment
- Candidates must demonstrate hands-on experience with Workday as part of their day-to-day accounting responsibilities
- Interested applicants may send their profiles directly to: [Confidential Information] for faster processing.
