Accounting Close Leader — GAAP, Controls & Audit

Forward Air Corp.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation based on experience

Health Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Job summary

Forward Air Corp. is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the close and month-end activities, ensuring GAAP compliance and alignment with corporate policies.

The role manages journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting for financial statements while contributing to policy development and internal controls. You will collaborate with auditors, drive process improvements, and participate in ERP upgrades.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
• CPA certification preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in corporate accounting.
• Experience with intercompany allocations preferred.
• 2+ years supervisory experience preferred.
• Expert knowledge of GAAP and related concepts.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly close process, ensuring all costs are recorded and journal entries are reviewed.
• Reconcile account balances and prepare reports for financial statements.
• Participate in establishment and improvement of accounting policies and controls.
• Lead ERP system upgrade/phase-two implementation projects.
• Coordinate with external auditors for audits and compliance.
• Oversee hierarchy and accuracy of the general ledger and chart of accounts.
• Support tax return information compilation and timely cash recording.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Intercompany allocations

Supervisory experience

Journal entries

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Master's degree in accounting or MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Forward Air Corp. is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the close and month-end activities, ensuring GAAP compliance and alignment with corporate policies.

The role manages journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting for financial statements while contributing to policy development and internal controls. You will collaborate with auditors, drive process improvements, and participate in ERP upgrades.