General Ledger Accountant

Digi-Key is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers, employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package. The package includes a comprehensive health insurance plan featuring a low co-pay and no deductible plan as well as dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage; flexible spending accounts; competitive paid time off; relocation assistance; 401(k) and profit sharing; and education advancement. To learn more, visit our benefits and perks page.
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Position Overview
General Ledger (GL) Accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles to reconcile accounts and complete operational accounting functions with General Ledger and New Market (DK+) Initiatives. This person will help ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reports and the resolution of problems in a fast-paced team environment. This individual must have strong Excel experience to be considered for this role.
Responsibilities
Must be able to...

• Ensuring that transactions of a business have been properly accounted for and accurately reflect the company's accounting process
• Assist with monthly financial statements and reports
• Analyze and explain variances in the financial results as compared to prior periods
• Assist with monthly journal entries and related supporting documentation
• Ensure accounting records are in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Month-end and year-end closing
• Monthly expense variance analysis
• Assist with the preparation of other reports
• Assist with year-end audits preparation and financial analysis
• Communicate frequently with management to report accounting or other issues that may impact the timeliness and/or reliability of financial results
• Evaluate financial processes and provide recommendations to improve efficiency and accuracy

Other typical tasks may also include...

• Take on additional responsibilities from Accounting & Finance leadership
• Participates in cross-functional working teams or tasks forces
• Test system updates and applications
• Participate in the creation of training & documentation of processes as well as the facilitation of training
• Travel - internationally and/or domestically - as needed

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Minimum/Essential Qualifications:

• 4-year degree in Accounting, business or similar area of study or equivalent, relevant work experience
• Expert user of Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of financial accounting, P&L, and the balance sheet
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
• Strong interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate with varied levels of employees
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly adaptable; possesses a strong ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to establish and contribute to a high degree of teamwork and collaboration with diverse groups
• Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as but not limited to a keyboard, mouse, and screen
• Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body
• Must be able to perform the following behavioral competencies; attention to detail, communication, customer/client focus, ethical conduct, initiative, managing execution, personal effectiveness/credibility, positive attitude, professionalism, problem-solving/analysis, project management, thoroughness, and time management

Digi-Key Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.
If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or careers.us@digikey.com.
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