GL Analyst

Job Description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Associate Director Accounting, the GL Analyst plays a central role in supporting month-end close activities, maintaining accurate general ledger records, and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting across multiple entities and geographies. This role partners closely with Payroll, Accounts Payable, and cross-functional teams to support timely and accurate reporting in compliance with US GAAP and applicable local standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable navigating a multi-entity environment, with a strong focus on process optimization and automation across a broad range of recurring and ad hoc responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Close & Reporting

• Prepare journal entries for North America, EMEA and LATAM entities as part of the monthly close cycle, including intercompany loan entries and markup calculations.
• Manage lease accounting entries and maintain related schedules in accordance with applicable standards.
• Handle workers’ compensation accruals and related close tasks.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations for core entities as well as other subsidiaries, maintaining accuracy and timely completion via FloQast.
• Support the preparation of finance reports and participate in accounting team meetings.
• Manage automation of data input and coordinate related entries.
• Ensure proper coding and documentation.
• Assist with ad hoc close and reporting tasks as assigned.

Accounts Payable

• Process foreign and local invoices, including bill processing through Yooz for multiple subsidiaries, and manage related email follow-ups.
• Record and reconcile bills related to external vendor platforms, ensuring accurate coding and timely entry.
• Review and approve Corporate Credit Card expense reports as part of the AP workflow.

Payroll Support

• Support US payroll month-end close, including departmental payroll analysis, health benefit reclassifications, and resolution of payroll-related issues along with Payroll Administrator or local payroll suppliers.
• Coordinate payroll processes with external providers across international entities and jurisdictions where Blend operates through Employer of Record or local payroll partners.
• Manage UK pension (NEST) enrollment, monthly contributions, and re-enrollment processes.
• Administer the Zoho People HR platform for employee onboarding and offboarding processes and collaborate in the Workday implementation.
• Process and authorize employee reimbursable expenses through Expensify for specific subsidiaries.

Audit & Tax

• Respond to audit requests and prepare supporting documentation as required by external auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required or in progress, with candidates nearing graduation also considered.
• 2–4 years of experience in general ledger accounting or a similar role, preferably in a multi-entity environment.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and general ledger close processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and close management tools (FloQast) is a plus.
• Experience with international payroll coordination or multi-country AP processes is an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines across a monthly close calendar.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• High degree of accuracy, integrity, and accountability.
• English proficiency required; resume should be submitted in English.

Additional Information

Our perks and benefits:

🍔 Every day lunches! (headquarters):

• Vegetarian, vegan, gluten and sugar free options.
• Gourmet meals every Friday with our on-site chef!

⚖️ Flexible working options to help you strike the right balance.

👨🏽‍💻 All the equipment you need to harness your talent (Macbook and accessories).

☕ Snacks and beverages available everyday (headquarters).

🎮 After office events, football, tennis and game nights (headquarters).

⚽️ Everyone is welcome to join our football league every Wednesday’s and Friday’s.

Challenge your teammates to a pool game and win the office’s trophy! Tennis courts available for friendly matches.

Not a sports person? Don’t worry, we also have chess championships, game and music nights for you to join!

📚 Learning opportunities:

• AWS Certifications (we are AWS Partners).
• Study plans, courses and other certifications.
• English Lessons.
• Learn from your teammates on our Tech Tuesdays!

👩‍🏫 Mentoring and Development opportunities to shape your career path.

🎁 Anniversary and birthday gifts.

🏡 Great location and even greater teammates!