General Ledger Accountant

Gleeson Recruitment Group; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: General Ledger Accountant
Location: Wolverhampton
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: Accounting Manager / Financial Controller
Job Type: Full-time / Permanent / Hybrid
Salary: £38 - 45k + Study Support

Job Summary:
We are seeking a meticulous and dependable General Ledger Accountant to support our growing organisation. The GL Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytic skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset to a mission-driven environment that prioritises care and compliance.

Key Responsibilities and Daily Duties:

1. General Ledger Operations:
   Post and maintain journal entries for daily transactions including payroll allocations, vendor accruals, facility-related expenses, and intercompany charges.
   Maintain the general ledger and ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
   Manage the integrity of the chart of accounts and assist with account mapping for new services or locations.
2. Account Reconciliation:
   Perform monthly reconciliations of key accounts, including bank accounts, prepayments, fixed assets, accruals, and deferred revenue.
   Investigate and resolve discrepancies, ensuring supporting documentation is complete and audit ready.
   Monitor balance sheet activity and flag unusual variances.
3. Month-End and Year-End Close:
   Contribute to the monthly close process by preparing and posting standard entries and ensuring accuracy in financial results.
   Coordinate with cross-functional teams to confirm accruals, revenue recognition, and cost allocations.
   Assist with preparing financial statements, working papers, and schedules for management and external stakeholders.
4. Financial Reporting and Analysis:
   Support the preparation of internal financial reports, including variance analysis of actual results to budget or forecast.
   Analyse cost trends across multiple locations and flag any anomalies or unexpected changes.
   Assist in compiling information for board and executive-level reporting.
5. Compliance and Controls:
   Ensure financial transactions adhere to internal policies and applicable accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).
   Help maintain internal controls and documentation to support strong financial governance and accountability.
   Stay current on financial regulations and compliance requirements relevant to the organisation's operations.
6. Audit and Documentation:
   Provide audit support by preparing requested schedules and gathering necessary documentation.
   Assist with internal and external audits, including those related to funding or regulatory compliance.
   Maintain organised and accessible records to ensure transparency and traceability.
7. Cross-Department Collaboration:
   Work closely with departments such as Operations, HR/Payroll, and Procurement to validate accounting inputs.
   Provide guidance to operational staff on coding and expense classifications as needed.

Qualifications:

1. ACCA / CIMA part-qualified ideally
2. Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
3. Experience with accounting software and ERP systems
4. Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
5. High attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to handle sensitive information.
6. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

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