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Senior General Ledger (GL) Accountant

United States, Palo Alto · Job Posted May 03, 2026
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The Senior General Ledger (GL) Accountant is responsible for managing, analyzing, and reconciling complex financial transactions using Sage accounting software. This role is critical to ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes. The Senior GL Accountant also serves as a subject matter expert for Sage within the accounting team and is a key resource for process improvement initiatives.

Job Responsibility

  • Oversee and execute all general ledger activities, including preparation, review, and posting of journal entries within Sage
  • Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely account reconciliations and the production of accurate financial statements
  • Analyze complex financial data, identify variances, and provide management with actionable insights
  • Maintain, document, and strengthen accounting controls, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies
  • Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts using Sage, promptly investigating and resolving discrepancies
  • Prepare schedules, reports, and documentation to support internal and external audits
  • Mentor and provide guidance to entry level accounting team members
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and drive business initiatives
  • Identify and recommend automation opportunities or process improvements using Sage functions

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA or similar certification preferred
  • 4+ years of accounting experience with a strong focus on general ledger activities
  • significant experience with Sage required
  • In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience supporting audit processes and leading process improvements

What we offer

  • Competitive compensation
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • enrollment in company 401(k) plan
  • free online training
  • access to top jobs

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