GL Accountant

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Betts Company is a family‑owned business with over 150 years of experience serving the transportation and industrial markets through Betts Spring Manufacturing and Betts Truck Parts & Service.

The General Ledger Accountant will work directly with the Controller to support financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reports by handling daily accounting tasks, month‑end closing, reconciliations, and analytical support.

• Embraces The Betts Way framework and leads by example.
• Support the Controller in managing daily accounting operations and ensuring compliance with internal policies and GAAP.
• Prepare and maintain bank reconciliations across all accounts.
• Perform fixed asset accounting and monthly reconciliation of the fixed asset subledger.
• Assist with month‑end close including journal entries, accruals, and general ledger review.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, account analysis, and variance explanations for Controller review.
• Support the Controller in managing internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure accounting practices align with operational goals.
• Participate in ongoing process improvement initiatives and assist in maintaining internal controls.
• Provide backup support to other accounting staff as needed and assist with special projects as assigned by the Controller.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience; manufacturing environment preferred.
• Public accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and general ledger structure.
• Hands‑on experience with bank reconciliations, fixed asset management, month‑end close, and both accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems; ERP experience a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize workload.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team and support leadership.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Manufacturing