Solugen

Role Description The Senior GL Accountant is responsible for overseeing general ledger activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. This role plays a critical part in supporting plant operations, inventory accounting, and cost structures unique to the industry. General Ledger & Close Process - Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes - Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations - Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial statements in accordance with GAAP - Maintain and improve close timelines and processes - Support inventory accounting including raw materials, COGS, and finished goods - Analyze standard vs. actual costs Financial Reporting & Analysis - Prepare internal and external financial reports - Perform variance analysis (budget vs. actual, prior period comparisons) - Ensure compliance with internal control requirements - Maintain documentation for audits and coordinate with internal/external auditors - Support regulatory cost tracking where applicable - Identify and implement process improvements in accounting workflows - Prepare and review account reconciliations maintained monthly - Prepare and review monthly journal entries for reporting Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field - CPA preferred - 5+ years of accounting experience - Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles - Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) - Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis) - Understanding of process manufacturing and chemical production environments - Familiarity with standard costing, inventory valuation, and production variance analysis - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - High attention to detail and accuracy - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment - Effective communication and collaboration skills - Continuous improvement mindset Company Description Solugen's mission is to decarbonize chemical manufacturing. As an initial step, Solugen is building its first commercial plant with a capacity of 10,000 tpy, with the potential to offset up to 37,000 tpy of carbon dioxide equivalents.