General Ledger Accountant

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries.

The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.  

 

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.  

 

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. 

 

OUR VISION: 

Being the customer service company in the world. 

 

OUR PURPOSE: 

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

Job Requisition #:
034106 General Ledger Accountant (Open)

Job Description:

General Ledger Accountant

Build your lasting career at Greif!

If you would like to deepen your general ledger expertise in a supportive, international environment – look no further!

As a General Ledger Specialist, you’ll build strong technical foundations, work closely with experienced finance peers, and grow your impact across the business.

This role is a great next step if you enjoy accuracy, learning how things connect in financial reporting, and collaborating with others to get things done right.

Key Responsibilities


* End-to-end process ownership over your daily duties


* Prepare and post manual journal entries (accruals, prepayments, provisions, reclassifications, bank postings)


* Manage fixed asset accounting: capitalization, transfers, disposals, and depreciation runs – operate with full,


* Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and support clean period‑end close in the ERP system, including balance checks and period closures


* Support more complex calculations (e.g.

customer rebate and transport cost accruals) and inventory valuation analysis in line with standard processes


* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders resolving finance inquires regarding your daily work and participate in improvement initiatives


* Assist with internal and external audits by providing accurate and timely documentation

Education and Experience:


* Proven track record participating in general ledger, finance and/or accounting processes


* Higher education certificate or Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related fields


* Working knowledge of ERP and Accounting management systems


* Confident use of MS Office programs (especially Excel)

Knowledge and Skills:


* Working knowledge of corporate and local accounting principles, with the ability to apply them in practice


* Ability to see inconsistencies in large number of data with a great attention to detail


* Action biased mindset – always looking to improve, resolve and optimize


* Ownership over day-to-day processes


* Aptitude and experience in ...