HQ-GL Specialist

Job Description

We have a position for a HQ-GL Specialist with one of our clients in Atlanta, GA for an initial contract duration of 3 months. No third party candidates considered for this position.

Responsible for maintaining the day-to-day transactions of cash management and the general ledger. Performs bank statement and related account reconciliations for all Client cash accounts, in USD and other foreign currencies, including account research and preparation of journal entries, as appropriate. Assists with monitoring daily cash activity, including intercompany due to /due from accounts. Records journal entries and performs variance analysis. Assist with month end close across the various areas of Transactional Accounting. Processes reports to support account details and assist field personnel with issues and questions. Reports to Accounting Supervisor.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensures general ledger accounts are maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Participates in monthly Cash Management subsystem close process
• Ensures all cash accounts are properly reconciled to the appropriate bank statements
• Monitors daily cash activity including intercompany due to/due from accounts
• Prepares journal entries to properly record or correct accounting data
• Assists HQ and subsidiaries with account analysis and research
• Generates daily and monthly reports to assist in above duties
• Prepares other management and statutory reports, as required
• Makes recommendations to resolve issues and makes corrections, as necessary
• Promotes teamwork between operational groups and departments
• Other duties as assigned