General Ledger Accountant (US GAAP)

Location: Budapest, Hungary; hybrid work with the option to work from home 3–4 days per week.

Company

hirify.global is an industrial company supporting accounting operations across legal entities and international regions.

What you will do

• Operate and oversee general ledger activities for legal entities.
• Perform accounting activities and maintain records in accordance with US GAAP.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for key and non-key accounts.
• Manage non-recurring journals, including approvals and supporting evidence.
• Provide internal and external audit support and resolve accounting issues.
• Support implementation of an automated accounting tool and accounting simplification projects.

Requirements

• BA/BSc degree in economics, finance, or accounting.
• 3+ years of finance and accounting experience, including general ledger accounting.
• Experience with related SOX controls.
• Fluent written and verbal English and Hungarian.
• Confident use of ERP systems, Excel, and general IT tools.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to meet deadlines under time pressure.

Nice to have

• Understanding of US GAAP, SOX, and controls.
• Knowledge of another European language.

Culture & Benefits

• Annual performance bonus, cafeteria benefits, Medicare health insurance, life and accidental insurance, and recognition programs.
• Collaboration with teams across different countries and regions.
• Hybrid flexibility with 3–4 work-from-home days per week.
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and regular performance feedback.
• Additional holidays based on years of service, free weekends on bridge days, and community events and groups.
• Career development opportunities and involvement in automation and process improvement projects.

Hiring process

• Submit a CV and application, followed by a phone conversation if qualifications match.
• Complete a one-hour online interview with supervisors and a Talent Acquisition Partner.
• Complete a 30-minute professional test before receiving an offer.