General Ledger Accountant

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 as you will utilize it daily during work.

Education

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, etc.) preferred

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