General Ledger Accountant
About this role
When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.
Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.
Parexel is hiring a General Ledger (GL) Accountant to work remotely from any location in Argentina.
Who We’re Looking For
At Parexel, we are a leading Clinical Research Organization (CRO) dedicated to delivering life‑changing medicines to patients around the world. We’re looking for a detail-oriented and curious General Ledger (GL) Accountant to join our Controllership team supporting LATAM entities. This home‑based role can be located in any location of Argentina, and plays a critical leadership role within complex, global operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and delivering high-quality financial reporting, this role is for you.
You’ll be a key contributor who values accuracy, builds strong relationships, and is motivated to grow your career while making a real impact.
What You’ll Do
• Prepare and maintain General Ledger journal entries with appropriate documentation and audit trails
• Own key aspects of the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Ensure accuracy of balance sheet and P&L accounts under US GAAP and Local GAAP
• Prepare and analyze monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Support statutory financial statement preparation and GAAP reconciliations
• Partner cross-functionally to manage intercompany transactions and closing activities
• Assist with audits and preparation of reporting packages for leadership
• Support tax filings including Corporate Income Tax, VAT, and withholding taxes
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and help implement solutions
Additional Details
• Function: Finance / Controllership
• Scope: LATAM entities
• Environment: Collaborative, global, and fast-paced
• Focus: Accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement
Skills & Experience
• 1–2 years of experience in accounting or Record-to-Report processes, which includes preparation and maintenance of the General Ledger
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Ability to be flexible and have an interest in working with atomization systems, (AI tools) and other process improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Knowledge of US GAAP is a plus
• English advance proficiency required
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, etc.) preferred
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