GL Accountant

About the role

The General Ledger Accountant ensures the completeness and accuracy of the financial statements through the management, review, and analysis of accounting processes. This requires not only technical accounting expertise, but also the regular exercise of independent review and judgement of general ledger accounts. This individual will provide thorough reporting and analysis on technical and operational tasks and communicate with management on findings.

Responsibilities

• Perform both technical and operational tasks of the monthly financial close activities, including general ledger maintenance, preparing journal entries, and verifying proper general ledger coding for different cost centers to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze balance sheet account fluctuations to identify potential areas of risk and opportunities for business operations, providing insights to improve financial performance.
• Collaborate with the finance team to review monthly P&Ls for assigned cost centers and perform variance analysis of actuals to forecast and budget. Investigate and explain major discrepancies, and provide insightful, actionable recommendations.
• Actively contribute to department and company initiatives to improve processes and demonstrate an ability to understand and translate their financial impact.
• Manage US and CA statutory tax compliance filings and issues, including Sales and Use tax, SF gross receipts, and VAT, working with 3rd party advisors and LVMH, Inc. tax teams as needed.
• Analyze sales and use tax data from accounting systems/POS system to ensure proper tax collection and reflection on tax returns and supporting documentation. Communicate errors or discrepancies and assist in corrective actions.
• Support internal/external audits and tax return preparation by gathering requested data, conducting analysis of data and tax laws, and resolving open issues.
• Independently lead special, ad-hoc projects as needed.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Demonstrated high level of knowledge and understanding of GAAP.
• Experience with accounting software/ERP systems.
• Experience with month-end reconciliation and analysis.
• Knowledge of technical accounting functions and experience in financial record keeping.
• Experience with auditing financial statements and documents.
• Ability to prepare journal entries such as accruals and reclasses for month-end/year-end close.

Schedule

Hybrid – Onsite presence required at Benefit HQ 3 times per week.

Pay

The target salary range for this position is $72,000–$108,000 annually. The actual salary offered is based on market location and will depend on factors such as years of relevant experience, certifications or professional licenses, and geographic location.

This position is eligible to earn an annual bonus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Various paid time off programs.
• Employee discounts and perks.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.

Contract type: Permanent.