Accountant III

Bennett Motor Express; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett Motor Express, located in McDonough, GA, seeks an Accountant III to lead general ledger activities, consolidations, and financial reporting across the Bennett family of companies. You will ensure GAAP compliance and act as a technical resource for staff while coordinating with auditors and leadership.

The role emphasizes complex accounting areas, intercompany transactions, fixed assets, and accurate, timely close processes in a multi-division setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4–6 years of progressive general ledger experience including month-end close.
• Experience in transportation, trucking, or logistics preferred (multi-entity consolidations, fuel/fleet accruals).
• Proficiency with Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage Intacct, or similar ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, reconciliation models).
• Strong analytical, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and manage general ledger accounts for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes.
• Perform complex account reconciliations (bank, intercompany, fixed assets, accruals) and resolve reconciling items.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules, including variance analysis against budget.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and lease/ROU asset tracking.
• Record and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances across entities; support consolidation across divisions.
• Assist with budgets, forecasts, and ad hoc analyses for leadership.
• Identify process improvements and strengthen internal controls.

Skills

General ledger

ERP systems

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Sage Intacct

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: 1001 Industrial Parkway McDonough - McDonough, GA, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Accountant III

Location: Corporate office-McDonough, GA

Position Summary:

The Accountant III is a senior-level accounting position responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial reporting across Bennett Family of Companies' business units. This role independently manages complex accounting areas - including multi-entity/multi-division consolidations, fixed assets, accruals, and intercompany transactions -while applying sound judgment to resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policy. The Accountant III works closely with the Accounting Manager/Controller, business unit leadership, and external auditors, and may serve as a technical resource and reviewer for less senior accounting staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries and manage assigned general ledger accounts for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close across one or more Bennett business units.
• Perform complex account reconciliations (bank, intercompany, fixed assets, accrued liabilities, prepaid expenses) and research and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules, including variance analysis against budget and prior period.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation schedules, and capital lease/ROU asset tracking.
• Record and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances across Bennett's business units and legal entities.
• Support consolidation of financial results across multiple divisions (owner-operator, brokerage, government freight, toter, and driveaway).
• Research and apply U.S. GAAP and relevant accounting standards (e.g., ASC 842, ASC 606) to non-routine or complex transactions, and document accounting positions.
• Prepare supporting schedules and respond to requests from external auditors during interim and year-end audits.
• Assist with the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and ad hoc financial analysis for accounting and business unit leadership.
• Identify and recommend process improvements and internal control enhancements within assigned accounting areas.
• Serve as a technical resource to Accountant 1/11 staff, reviewing work product and providing guidance on complex entries or reconciliations as needed.
• Support tax-related schedules and filings (e.g., property tax, sales/use tax, business licensing) in coordination with the Accounting Manager/Controller or outside tax preparers.
• Maintain accurate and organized supporting documentation in accordance with company record keeping and audit requirements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of financial, compensation, and business data.
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned to support month-end close and the broader Accounting & Finance department.

Essential Job Activities:

• Month-end/quarter-end/year-end close and journal entries – Essential (High)
• Account reconciliations and research of variances – Essential (High)
• Financial statement preparation and analysis – Essential (Moderate)
• Audit support and documentation – Essential (Moderate (cyclical- peaks at year-end/interim audit)))
• Process improvement and internal controls – Important (Low)

Essential Functions:

• Maintain strict confidentiality of financial, compensation, and other sensitive business information.
• Communicate effectively, in person, by phone, and in writing, with accounting staff, business unit leadership, and external auditors.
• Operate a computer, general ledger/ERP system, and spreadsheet software for extended periods to enter, retrieve, reconcile, and analyze financial data.
• Exercise independent judgment and analytical skill in applying accounting standards and resolving complex reconciling items.

Qualifications:

• Education: Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant accounting experience.
• Experience: Required: 4-6 years of progressive general ledger accounting experience, including month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience: Preferred: Prior accounting experience in transportation, trucking, or logistics, including exposure to multi-entity/multi-division consolidations, fuel/fleet-related accruals, or owner-operator settlement accounting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with a general ledger/ERP system (e.g., Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage lntacct, or similar).
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel (e.g., lookups, pivot tables, reconciliation modeling) or Google Sheets equivalents
• Technical Skills: Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and its application to complex or non-routine transactions.
• Soft Skills: High attention to detail and accuracy under recurring, fixed deadlines.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment in ambiguous or non-routine situations.
• Soft Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting matters to non-accounting stakeholders
• Soft Skills: Ability to work independently while collaborating across accounting, business unit, and audit teams.

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