Freight Logistics Accounting Manager — GAAP & Close Leader

Logistic Dynamics; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-Time

Exempt (Salary)

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Logistic Dynamics is seeking an Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a national, growing freight brokerage. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, perform month-end close, and supervise accounting activities related to motor carrier payments and transportation transactions.

You will collaborate with the Controller and accounting team to resolve discrepancies, improve data accuracy, and provide reliable information for strategic business decisions in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience including month-end close.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in month-end and year-end close activities including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy per GAAP and company policies.
• Reconcile freight revenue, carrier costs, gross margins, and shipment activity.
• Investigate and resolve billing, payment, and data discrepancies with ops and accounting teams.
• Support audits, tax filings, lender reporting, and external requests.
• Assist with cash flow management and forecasting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Great Plains Dynamics

ERP software

Job description

Logistic Dynamics is seeking an Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a national, growing freight brokerage. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, perform month-end close, and supervise accounting activities related to motor carrier payments and transportation transactions.

You will collaborate with the Controller and accounting team to resolve discrepancies, improve data accuracy, and provide reliable information for strategic business decisions in a fast-paced