General Ledger Manager (35646)

Take the lead in shaping financial excellence as an experienced General Ledger Manager! This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to oversee complex accounting and financial reporting functions within a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Join a dedicated team where your expertise drives operational efficiency, ensures impeccable compliance, and fosters continuous improvement.

About the role

As a General Ledger Manager, you will spearhead month-end close activities, manage accounting processes, and deliver accurate financial reporting for key business units. You'll lead a team of skilled professionals, ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal controls, while partnering with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and implement process improvements. Your leadership will enable the organization to maintain high standards of quality, transparency, and operational excellence in a high-velocity environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close activities and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
• Manage general ledger accounting processes within an RTR (Record-to-Report) environment
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of accounting professionals
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and internal controls
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and drive process improvements
• Maintain audit-ready financial records and documentation
• Analyze complex financial data and communicate insights effectively

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 8-10 years of progressive accounting or audit experience
• 5-7 years of hands-on experience in general ledger activities within an RTR environment
• 3+ years of people management experience, including coaching and developing accounting staff
• Strong understanding of month-end close, financial reporting, and reconciliations
• Proficiency in Excel and excellent analytical skills
• Experience working within a controlled, audit-ready environment
• Demonstrated leadership, ownership mindset, and accountability

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification
• Public accounting or external audit background
• Experience with IFRS 15 / ASC 606 revenue recognition standards
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics GP, NetSuite, SAP, or similar
• Familiarity with BlackLine or other financial close and reconciliation tools
• Background in publishing, software, or subscription-based business models
• Proven track record leading process automation and finance transformation initiatives
• Experience in a multinational or shared services environment

Other Requirements

• Willingness to work in a hybrid setting, with 2-3 days onsite per week at designated locations in Philadelphia, PA, Riverwoods, IL, or Waltham, MA (preference for Riverwoods and Philadelphia)
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, accelerated close cycle
• Strong communication skills for collaborating across departments and with external auditors
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement