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Associated Packaging, Inc. · 2 hours ago

Principal Accountant (General Ledger)

Gallatin, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

5+ years exp

Associated Packaging, Inc. is one of the fastest growing companies in the packaging industry, offering a people-first company culture and premium benefits. The Principal Accountant (General Ledger) role is responsible for performing advanced technical accounting work, leading the month-end and year-end close processes, and ensuring accurate financial reporting for the organization.

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Responsibilities

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness

Prepare, review, and approve complex journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations

Maintain the general ledger structure, including chart of accounts and financial coding integrity

Review and analyze account activity, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues proactively

Prepare internal financial statements, management reports, and year-end audit schedules

Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors during interim and year-end audit procedures

Interpret and apply GAAP and internal accounting policies; perform research as needed

Support the Controller with technical accounting matters and policy development

Track and maintain a schedule of all estimated tax payments for federal, state, and local jurisdictions

Ensure timely and accurate submission of estimated payments, extensions, and related filings

Complete and update the tax apportionment table used for state income/franchise tax allocations

Reconcile estimated tax payments to general ledger accounts and tax schedules

Partner with external tax advisors to provide requested schedules, trial balances, reconciliations, and supporting documentation

Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit, Payroll, and Operations to ensure accurate and consistent financial data

Assist with implementation and optimization of ERP accounting modules and system controls

Develop, maintain, and improve internal accounting processes, SOPs, and controls

Participate in process improvement initiatives providing recommendations for efficiencies, accuracy, and timeliness

Select tools, techniques, and approaches for work assignments and projects

Assist with other accounting-related tasks and special projects as needed

Qualification

GAAPCPAERP systemsAdvanced analytical skillsTechnical accounting expertiseMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsProject management skills