General Accounting Specialist Senior

Descripción de puesto

The General Accounting Specialist is responsible for preparing and reviewing monthly and quarterly account reconciliations, analyzing differences between U.S. GAAP and statutory reporting, supporting the close process through the preparation of critical journal entries, and executing consolidation activities for 22 entities. The role also supports the Accounts Payable function by managing vendor-related inquiries, invoice processing, payment communications, and GRNI monitoring, contributing to both operational efficiency and strong stakeholder relationships

Main Responsibilities

• Intercompany accounting of transactions among PPG affiliates according to US GAAP standards and SOX controls.
• Month-end closing accounting and related activities.
• Accurate supporting documentation and account analysis of assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Identification and correction of common accounting issues for intercompany transactions.
• Partnership and support to partners (USCA, SBU, other SSC teams).
• Data gathering for internal and external audit purpose.
• Administrative tasks related to the position such as reporting of activities and tracking on PPG Policies for the intercompany function.
• Follow-up and validation of out of balance transactions between the PPG entities

Qualifications

• Accounting/finance licensure (High-school or University degree) or accounting skills.
• 2 or more years of experience in accounting tasks.
• English on a level (written and spoken).
• Customer service attitude.
• Accuracy and numeracy skills.
• Great teammate.
• Knowledge of Oracle/SAP and expe

How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [email protected]. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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