Advanced Specialist, GL Accountant

We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented accounting specialist to support core general ledger operations for a manufacturing organization in Virginia. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating audit activities, and strengthening day-to-day accounting processes across multiple areas. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage close activities while partnering with teams involved in payroll, freight, payables, and receivables.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate external audit activities, ensuring requests are addressed thoroughly and supporting documentation is prepared on time.
• Manage accounting for revenue-related matters, including recognition practices, rebate programs, and commission-related entries.
• Oversee the integration of general ledger data from third-party payroll and freight sources and resolve discrepancies as they arise.
• Drive monthly close activities by preparing entries, reviewing balances, and helping ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by updating account structures, monitoring activity, and supporting accurate financial reporting.
• Provide oversight for accounts payable and accounts receivable operations to promote accurate processing and proper financial control.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and clear outstanding items in a timely manner.
• Support legal entity audit requirements, internal control reviews, transfer pricing analysis, and documentation of current accounting procedures.
• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close activities in a detail-focused accounting environment.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial statement preparation.
• Hands-on background supporting or leading external financial audits.
• Experience completing account reconciliations and researching balance discrepancies.
• Ability to prepare and review journal entries with a high level of accuracy.
• Familiarity with revenue accounting concepts, including recognition timing, rebates, and commissions.
• Understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and internal control practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills within a manufacturing or similarly complex environment.