Remote General Ledger Accountant
Description
Remote General Ledger Accountant
Introduction: Shape the Financial Backbone from Anywhere
Step into a remote role that empowers you to manage critical financial operations while enjoying the flexibility of a digital workplace. We’re seeking a Remote General Ledger Accountant with a deep understanding of financial reporting standards, automated accounting platforms, and reconciliation systems. You’ll help drive accuracy across global transactions and be a trusted partner in monthly close cycles. This is more than a numbers job—it’s a chance to influence strategic decision-making with financial clarity and control. With an annual salary of $71,606, this role invites detail-oriented, tech-savvy professionals to take ownership of the company’s fiscal integrity from the comfort of their chosen workspace.
Key Responsibilities
Monthly and Quarterly Close Cycles
- Execute timely month-end and quarter-end closings using cloud-based accounting software like NetSuite or QuickBooks Online.
- Reconcile intercompany accounts and general ledger balances across international subsidiaries.
- Validate financial data with automated journal entry workflows.
General Ledger Oversight
- Maintain accurate ledgers and ensure alignment with GAAP standards.
- Perform variance analysis, flagging anomalies with computerized alerts.
- Collaborate with FP&A teams to streamline forecasting data with actuals.
Financial Reporting and Compliance
- Prepare consolidated financial statements with drill-down capability.
- Support internal audit processes with transaction traceability.
- Assist with SOX compliance and document retention protocols using digital policy systems.
Process Optimization and Documentation
- Enhance ledger integrity by utilizing reconciliation platforms such as BlackLine or FloQast.
- Document SOPs for recurring accounting activities in shared knowledge systems.
- Propose automation improvements to reduce close cycle timelines.
Work Environment
Remote-First, Results-Focused
This role operates fully remote across distributed finance teams, with asynchronous collaboration as a default. You’ll join a culture that prioritizes deep work, results over hours, and financial accuracy as a strategic advantage. Meetings are minimal, and data is king. Your performance will be measured by precision, timeliness, and the quality of insights your financial reporting enables.
Tools and Technologies
Automate and Innovate
We embrace a modern tech stack designed to support agile finance operations:
- ERP Systems: NetSuite, SAP S/4HANA
- Reconciliation Tools: BlackLine, FloQast
- BI Platforms: Tableau, Power BI for data-driven financial storytelling
- Collaboration: Slack, Notion, Zoom
- Secure Document Management: DocuSign, Google Workspace with access control
Familiarity with these tools—especially the ability to optimize workflows within them—will give you a strong edge.
Qualifications
Educational Background
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred but not required).
Professional Experience
- At least three years of hands-on involvement with general ledger operations, ideally in a multi-entity environment.
- Proven experience working in a remote accounting team or digital finance environment.
- A strong understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and exposure to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is beneficial.
Core Competencies
- Analytical rigor and a love for structure.
- Proficiency in spreadsheet modeling and pivot-based reporting.
- Confidence in navigating accounting systems and integrating cross-functional data.
- High integrity and a problem-solving mindset.
Career Growth and Advancement
Elevate Your Future
This is not a static role. Our accounting team is seen as a strategic partner in company planning and decision-making. With demonstrated excellence, you’ll have the opportunity to grow into roles such as Financial Controller, Compliance Lead, or ERP Systems Specialist. Upskilling is encouraged through sponsored certifications, internal finance technology boot camps, and mentorship from finance leadership.
Why Join Us
Mission-Driven Financial Innovation
Our organization believes finance should be more than compliance—it should enable clarity, agility, and growth. We’ve reduced our close cycle by 40% in the last two years through intelligent automation. Our GL accountants don’t just record numbers—they interpret them, improve them, and help steer the future. You’ll be a vital part of this evolution, working within an inclusive team that celebrates initiative, accountability, and continuous learning.
Call to Action
Own the Ledger, Lead from Anywhere
If you thrive on creating clean, audit-ready books while enjoying the autonomy of remote work, we want to hear from you. Bring your precision, your tech fluency, and your hunger to contribute to a fast-moving finance team. Apply now to take charge of your accounting career and unlock a future prosperous in opportunity and impact—no matter where you log in from.