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Celanese International Corporation
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General Ledger Accountant
Celanese International Corporation · Chesterfield County, Virginia, United States
In short
Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, accruals, and adjustments, and reconciling general ledger accounts. Support accounts payable and receivable, tax reporting, SAP transactions, accounting controls, and internal and external audits.
What they're looking for
MUST-HAVE SKILLS
ALSO MENTIONED
A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is sought, though equivalent relevant experience may be considered. The role calls for 0–3 years of general ledger experience, basic accounting and Excel knowledge, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
About the employer
Celanese
hiring as Celanese International Corporation
Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We are committed to sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create for their entire lifecycle and are growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet increasing customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese is a Fortune 500 company that employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2025 net sales of $9.5 billion.
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For more information, visit www.celanese.com. For Celanese product news about our Engineered Materials offerings, follow @CelaneseEngineeredMaterials on LinkedIn.
- INDUSTRY
- Chemical Manufacturing
- COMPANY
- Public Company
- FOUNDED
- 1912
- HEADQUARTERS
- Irving, Texas
- SIZE
- 10,001+
- OFFICES
- 3 on LinkedIn
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Questions about this role
- Is this Celanese International Corporation role remote?
- Tagged on site.
- What does it pay?
- The posting lists $62,000–$99,200 a year.
- Does it sponsor visas?
- Listed as no visa sponsorship.
- What experience does it ask for?
- Listed as 0-2 years.
The posting, in full
We are looking for a General Ledger Accountant to support our Finance team in the US. This role is responsible for month-end close activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting. Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities. Prepare, review, and post journal entries, accruals, allocations, and other accounting adjustments.
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Overview
We are looking for a General Ledger Accountant to support our Finance team in the US. This role is responsible for month-end close activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting.
Responsibilities
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities.
- Prepare, review, and post journal entries, accruals, allocations, and other accounting adjustments.
- Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
- Support accounts receivable and accounts payable activities, including cash application and reconciliations.
- Maintain and optimize accounting procedures, controls, and documentation.
- Provide Sales and Use Tax data and reporting support to the Tax Department. Manage SAP transactions and document reversals as required.
- Assist with internal and external audits.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with solid knowledge of accounting; equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.
- 0-3 years of general Ledger accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing, industrial, or multinational environment, would be an advantage.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles, month-end close processes, accrual accounting, and financial reporting.
- Basic Excel skills, using formulas, and input into financial models.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Team-oriented with a proactive, result-driven mindset.
Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets, work experience, and qualifications. The expected salary range for this Virginia position is between
$62,000 and $99,200.
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