Accountant, General Ledger

Summary Description

The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for delivering timely and quality service to internal Dover customers, as measured by service level agreements and key performance indicators. Key activities include processing general ledger transactions and related activities, performing calculations and analysis, preparing reports, and supporting period close processes to ensure accurate, complete, and timely reporting of financial results. The General Ledger Accountant will also perform account reconciliations, prepare performance reports, participate in continuous improvement efforts, and collaborate with Shared Services leaders to implement strategic priorities.

(Note: This is not yet an active hiring phase. We are currently building a talent pool for future hiring needs and opportunities. We are eager to connect with potential candidates whose skills and experience align with this role.)

Essential Responsibilities

1. Process journal entries, allocations, and period-end adjustments
2. Perform monthly and annual closing procedures, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals
3. Reconcile balance sheet accounts
4. Post and reconcile intercompany transactions
5. Monitor and process fixed asset additions, capitalization, retirement, disposal, adjustments, revaluations, transfers, and maintenance expenses
6. Calculate and record depreciation expense
7. Reconcile fixed-asset ledger
8. Perform cash management and reconciliation
9. Provide audit support, both internal and external
10. Perform other accounting tasks as assigned
11. Support continuous improvement initiatives for general ledger processes

Qualifications for Fresh Graduates or with No Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Management Accounting; CPA preferred
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic to complex formulas, pivot tables, graphs, charts, Macro Excel is a plus)
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (including SharePoint and web-based applications)

Qualifications with Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Management Accounting; CPA preferred
2. Previous experience in general accounting with exposure to:
3. US GAAP and IFRS
4. Fixed Asset, Cash Management, and Intercompany Accounting
5. Experience with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle); Oracle preferred
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, graphs, macros)
7. Six Sigma training is a plus
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (including SharePoint and web-based applications)

Preferred Qualifications

1. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
2. Ability to critically analyze data and determine its validity
3. Exercise professional skepticism
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining organization and attention to detail
5. Ability to meet deadlines and produce accurate results
6. Willingness to work flexible hours as needed
7. High customer focus and positive attitude
8. Problem-solving skills for practical situations with limited standardization
9. Self-directed, positive, ethical, and able to work with minimal supervision
10. Maintain professionalism and adhere to Dover's ethical standards and policies

Company Overview

Dover Business Services (DBS) is an independent service provider within Dover Corporation, a diversified global manufacturer with $7.5 billion in annual revenues. DBS provides transactional services in Accounting and Finance globally, with locations in Cebu, Suzhou, and Bucharest. Dover Corporation delivers innovative equipment and components through segments such as Energy, Engineered Systems, Fluids, and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover is publicly traded on the NYSE under "DOV."