GL Accounting Manager

GSE Solutions leverages five decades of proven industry experience to provide unique and essential engineering services and products focused on performance optimization, regulatory compliance, and simulation for customers worldwide. Serving the clean energy sector of nuclear power and adjacent industries, our solutions support the future of clean energy production and overall decarbonization initiatives of the power industry. www.gses.com

GSE Solutions is seeking a General Ledger Accounting Manager who will play a key role in the Finance and Accounting team. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this individual leads the accounting function, manages the monthly closing process, and ensures all internal controls documentation is maintained. GSE is looking for an individual able to work independently, effectively supervise staff, attentive to details, ability to identify and implement process improvements, and has strong Excel skills. This individual must reside within a 120-mile radius of Columbia, Maryland.
WE ARE NOT OPEN TO THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS.

Pay Range- $110,000 to $120,000 annually, DOE.

What We Offer

• A culture that values each of our employees' expertise, service to our customers, and unique contributions.
• A flexible work environment that fosters mutual respect, trust, and open communication.
• Working in a rewarding and thriving industry.
• Benefits that become effective the first day you start, including - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, etc.
• 22 days of vacation and 9 holidays
• 401(k) w/ 50% match up to a maximum employee contribution of 6%

Essential Functions

• Responsible for monthly close process
• Reviews all GL entries and balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare and/or review monthly reporting package for US and International subsidiaries
• Assist in preparation of memorandums and working papers, as needed, in support of annual audit and in conjunction with complex accounting transactions
• Assist with managing the Company's Accounts Payable (A/P) functions
• Supervises staff accountant and work with the subsidiary accounting teams as needed
• Is a key contributor to the monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting process
• Research and advise Corporate Controller of new accounting standards as applicable
• Maintains the internal controls RACM to ensure completeness and compliance with controls
• Evaluate new leasing transactions under ASC 842 and maintain the lease schedules
• Contributes to the development of supervised staff
• Performs other duties as assigned

Competencies:

• Excellent organization skills
• Great attention to detail and an analytical acumen
• Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple commitments
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office with a focus on Excel
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle E-Business Suite r12 a plus)
• Experience with Private Equity reporting and corporate consolidations highly preferred but not required
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple commitments
• Ability to be a strong team player
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficient in MS Excel
• High degree of professionalism and integrity with ability to handle confidential information appropriately

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Finance or Accounting, CPA highly preferred
• 5+ years of relevant experience, including 2 or more years managing a team

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions:

• This is a remote position but the candidate must reside within a 120-mile radius of Columbia, Maryland.
• Ability to travel (estimated 10%)