Mgr-Accounting

FedEx Freight; Southwind (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee the general ledger and drive accurate financial reporting. You will lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes, review journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis in a SOX-compliant environment.

Based at a FedEx Freight location in Memphis, TN or Harrison, AR, you will collaborate with FP&A and other departments to improve processes, ensure US GAAP compliance, and develop the GL team through mentorship and strong controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Five years of progressive accounting experience including GL and close responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (FCF), MS Excel, and Workiva.
• Strong leadership and collaboration building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely, accurate financial statements.
• Oversee journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and adjustments to maintain GL integrity.
• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances promptly.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX, and internal control requirements.
• Collaborate with FP&A to analyze variances and provide insights into performance.
• Manage SOX compliance initiatives including documentation and remediation.
• Support audits by preparing schedules and documentation; develop SOPs for GL close.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline close cycles.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
• Perform other duties to support financial reporting and operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems (FCF)

Microsoft Excel

Workiva

Job description

This position will be domiciled at a FedEx Freight location in Memphis, TN or Harrison, AR. You will be required to work at a FedEx Freight Location several times per week.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Responsible for managing the general ledger accounting function and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. This role oversees the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis. The Accounting Manager works closely with finance leadership, auditors, and cross-functional teams to maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and SOX requirements. The position also drives process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in GL operations and financial reporting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met and financial statements are accurate.
• Oversee preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and other adjustments to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.
• Perform and review account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, resolving variances promptly.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX, and internal control requirements throughout all GL activities.
• Collaborate with FP&A and other departments to analyze variances and provide insights into financial performance.
• Manage Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance initiatives, including documentation of GL processes, identification of control gaps, and remediation efforts.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and providing required documentation. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for GL accounting and month-end close activities.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline close cycles and enhance reporting accuracy.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support financial reporting and operational excellence.
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Five (5) years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger and month-end close responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (FCF), Microsoft Excel, and Workiva.
• Strong leadership and collaboration building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

Some travel required

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