General Ledger Accountant

The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring timely and reliable reporting of the company’s financial position. This role reports to the Regional Controller, supporting HERE's legal entities and assigned subsidiaries in the Americas region. The General Ledger Accountant will partner closely within the Accounting & Finance organization at HERE and external auditors to safeguard financial integrity.

Responsibilities include:

• Support month-/quarter-/year-end close processes, meeting strict deadlines
  • Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in compliance with GAAP/IFRS
  • Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations to ensure the integrity of the general ledger
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes, meeting strict deadlines
  • Investigate variances, reconcile intercompany transactions, and ensure accuracy across sub-ledgers
  • Reconcile output payroll administration and book-related journal entries
• Internal Stakeholder Management
  • Resolve internal customer inquiries in a professional manner, ensuring timely follow-ups of all outstanding items for accurate accounting
  • Recommend and implement process improvements to strengthen internal controls and efficiency
  • Prepare financial statements and management reports, providing explanations for fluctuations
  • Support the work of the team as directed by management and assist with other projects as needed
• Compliance & Audit Support
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, procedures and policies
  • Assist with external and internal audits by providing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
  • Maintain documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices

Candidates must be local to the Chicagoland area and live within a commutable distance to our downtown Chicago office. This role follows a hybrid working model, including an in-office attendance requirement of 2 days per week. Candidates who meet this location requirement and agree to the hybrid working arrangement requirement will be considered for this position. Candidates seeking a fully remote working arrangement will not be considered for this role. 

Professional Requirements:

• Bachelor’s and/or graduate degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field
• 2-5 years of professional experience in an Accounting role
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, PeopleSoft, SAP) and Microsoft Excel
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and internal controls
• CPA license or equivalent certification a plus
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Skilled at working both independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

• Experienced in maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment with sensitive financial information.

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The expected base salary range for this position is $80,000 to $105,000 per year. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as skills and experience. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, which is subject to company and individual performance. 

Life at HERE comes with generous benefits to support your health and overall wellness. Benefits available to US-based HERE employees include health (Medical/Dental/Vision) insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off & leave policies.   

As part of HERE Technologies employment process, candidates will be required to successfully complete a background verification process. Offers of employment and any related claims are subject to the successful completion of a background verification. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, HERE will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

HERE is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.  

Under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and VEVRAA, we have developed an affirmative action program (AAP) for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Portions of the AAP are available for review by applicants and employees through our People Team. 

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