General Ledger Accounting Manager
Walker & Dunlop

Bethesda, Maryland

Posted in Real Estate and Property


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Job Info


Department:
Accounting

This position collaborates with the Accounting department to manage month-end general ledger (GL) close. The role is responsible for the administration of the GL and close-related processes, including managing/monitoring all GL accounts, setting up new GL accounts upon request, main-taining chart of accounts, and ensuring all journal entries are posted and all entities are properly closed for the period. This role will also partner with the SVP & Controller and serve as the primary point of contact for the Company's current GL system implementation project.

Ready to bring your whole self to work every day? At Walker & Dunlop, we didn't get to where we are by hiring ordinary individuals. We got here by hiring the exceptional! WD is looking for individuals who are caring, collaborative, driven, insightful, and tenacious to join our team!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for managing the day-to-day implementation of the new GL system.
  • Responsible for the month-end and year-end general ledger close process including consolidation and intercompany eliminations for all entities.
  • Prepare monthly reporting and analytic package after GL close to ensure transactions are properly recorded.
  • Responsible for setting up new GL accounts and managing and maintaining all GL charts of account.
  • Responsible for the development and maintenance of effective end-to-end workflows for subledger ledger to GL close process. This responsibility includes ensuring appropriate documentation and accounting controls are performed.
  • Partner with the SVP & Controller to implement process improvements to the GL close and reconciliation processes.
  • Maximize efficiencies and use of technologies, including any upgraded functionality with the GL and other accounting systems. As appropriate, suggest ways for improvement, including different technology platforms and/or automation opportunities.
  • Collaborate with other accounting personnel to manage other accounting systems.
  • Liaison with the IT department to (i) ensure the GL and other accounting systems work effectively and consistently, (ii) disaster recovery protocols are applied, and (iii) necessary maintenance of the GL and accounting systems are performed.
  • Review and post journal entries as necessary.
  • Train other accounting personnel to use the GL and other accounting systems as needed.
  • Assist the SVP & Controller with special projects as needed, including implementation of other accounting systems.
  • Assist other accounting teams on ad-hoc projects (as appropriate)
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Education and Experience
  • BS / BA required; degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
  • 6 to 8 years of progressive finance/accounting experience.
  • 3 plus years of general ledger management experience, preferably with Oracle NetSuite or Sage Intact.
  • CPA and financial services experience a plus.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Detail-oriented, works accurately and efficiently.
  • Strong general ledger, close and consolidation, and intercompany elimination knowledge.
  • Energetic, flexible team player with the ability to adapt in a changing environment.
  • Strong accounting, finance and analytical skills.
  • Takes initiative, identifies new ways to approach existing processes, maintains an ownership approach to problem-solving, commits to ensuring accounting best practices are in place, and regularly goes above and beyond role.
  • Excellent business judgment and strong problem-solving skills.
  • Solid communication skills, written and oral, as well as relationship building skills.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.


Still reading? Then we think you should apply!

EEO Statement
Walker & Dunlop is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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