Senior General Ledger Specialist

Company Description

John Crane is a global leader in rotating equipment solutions, supplying engineered technologies and services to process industries. The company designs and manufactures avariety of products, including mechanical seals and systems, couplings, filtration systems and digital diagnostics technologies. John Crane customer service is accessedthrough a global network of more than 200 sales and service facilities in over 50 countries. Global reported revenue for fiscal year 2021 was in excess of $1 billion USD. JohnCrane is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying advanced technologies for markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications,and engineered components.

Job Description

The Senior General Ledger Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS/US GAAP/ Canada and Ireland), and supporting month-end and year-end close processes. This role will collaborate with AP/AR/Controller teams and provide insights to improve financial processes and controls.

Specific Functions, Activities and Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger.   
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/USGAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Analyze variances and provide explanations for management reporting.
• Support audits (internal and external) and ensure timely resolution of findings.
• Assist in standardization process and automation opportunities.
• Collaborate with other finance teams on intercompany partners.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations and assist with Government surveys filings and reporting requirements.
• Monitor and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Participate in system upgrades or implementations, ensuring proper configuration and testing for accounting processes.
• Provide guidance and technical support to junior GL accountants.

Qualifications

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Min. 5 yrs exp. in general ledger accounting or similar roles.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and local statutory requirements.
• Proficiency in SAP, advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to teamwork, bringing support to their colleagues. 

Preferred Skills

• Experience in multinational companies.
• Familiarity with Standard Operational Procedures and financial reporting tools.
• Teamplayer and collaborative.  
• Experience with process improvement, standardization, and automation initiatives.
• Knowledge of intercompany accounting, eliminations, and reconciliations.

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardlessof race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud tobe an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

According our mission, vision and Global Policies:

Under no circumstances shall Staff be charged any fee or other costs in relation to their recruitment to work at Smiths, whether directly or indirectly. Any recruitment fees shall be paid by Smiths.

Smiths will not employ anyone below the age of 18. Smiths will take reasonable steps to satisfy itself of the member of Staff’s age before that person starts work at Smiths. When persons under the age of 18 are employed, they must not do work that is mentally, physically, socially or morally dangerous or harmful or interferes with their schooling by depriving them of the opportunity to attend school.