Manager General Ledger

Job description

Role

Manager – General Ledger Skill: General Ledger Experience: 10 years to 12 years Job Location: Chennai One Shift: 6.30 AM to 4.30 PM Education:

• Minimum 15 years of regular, full-time education (10 + 2 + 3)​
• Non-technical graduation in finance & accounts stream- B.Com, M.

Com or similar ​ Must Have

• Journal Preparation , Reconciliation , Reporting and month close activities Good-to-Have:
• Trial Balance, P&L review & consolidation Role Overview: We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced General Ledger Manager to oversee end-to-end GL activities, ensure accurate financial reporting, and strengthen accounting controls.

The role involves managing month-end close, balance sheet integrity, audit support, and driving process improvements while leading a team.

Required Qualifications

• B.Com / M.Com / CA / CMA (preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in General Ledger / R2R
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (Ind AS / IFRS / GAAP)

Experience in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) Key Responsibilities

• General Ledger Management:
• Manage and oversee end-to-end GL operations
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
• Review and approve journal entries, accruals, and adjustments

Maintain chart of accounts integrity Reconciliation & Controls

• Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely closure
• Monitor and resolve open and aged reconciling items
• Implement and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and standards Financial Reporting:
• Prepare and review financial statements
• Perform variance analysis and provide insights
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of trial balance Audit & Compliance:
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors
• Address audit queries and ensure timely closure
• Support SOX / internal control frameworks Process Improvement & Automation:
• Identify opportunities for process optimization
• Drive automation initiatives in GL processes
• Work with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and reconciliation tools Team Management:
• Lead, mentor, and develop the GL team
• Ensure proper work allocation and review mechanisms
• Track and improve team KPIs and productivity Key Skills:
• Strong accounting and analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Stakeholder management
• Problem-solving mindset
• Leadership and team handling

Qualifications

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE