General Ledger Manager

APL, one of the world's leading ocean carriers, offers more than 90 weekly services and call ports in over 50 countries worldwide and provides container transportation through an international shipping network which combines high-quality intermodal operations with advanced technology, equipment and e-commerce. APL is part of the CMA CGM Group, a leading worldwide shipping & logistics group with headquarters in Marseilles, France. The Group offers a complete range of activities including shipping, handling facilities in port as well as logistics on land. 

Summary

 The General Ledger Manager will ensure that APL Lines financial records are accurate and meet reporting deadlines. The position manages the day-to-day activities of the GL team and works closely with CCAP and shared service centers; global oversight to prepare timely journal entries, reconcile financial statements and accounts, ensure data accuracy, and oversee the proper monthly and annual close process. The GL Manager oversees the accrual management rules and performs required analyses for period close to facilitate accounting and management results reconciliations. 

 Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end accounting close 
• Monitor inputs from shared service centers for compliance with accounting and reporting standards 
• Define and monitor KPIs to ensure proper efficiency in accounting processes 
• Support deliverables for internal and external audits, internal control reviews, tax audits, etc. 
• Prepare and review ledger entries and reconciliations 
• Review Balance Sheet and P&L variations 
• Perform and review bank reconciliations 
• Monthly review and analysis of OneStream reporting for APL Lines 

Skills and Knowledge

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting 
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience in a corporate or public accounting environment; industry experience preferred 
• Comfortable making decisions supporting change and recommending new approaches to the way we do business.  
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to influence corporate direction working closely with senior management. 
• Strong communication skills. Able to work effectively with other internal and external customers, detail oriented and maintains the highest productivity and quality levels. 
• Strong leadership, team building, people management skills. Strong time management and organization skills 
• Demonstrated ability of working on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires in-depth knowledge of the company. 
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite Products (MS Word, EXCEL, etc.) and experience with SAP. 

APL is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. Alternative application methods are available for individuals who are unable to use or access our online application system. For assistance, please contact us at Applicant_Assistance@apl.com.