Revenue Staff Accountant

Covenant Logistics; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Health insurance

PTO

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount program

DFSA

Adoption assistance

EAP

Pet insurance

Job summary

Covenant Logistics is seeking a Revenue Staff Accountant to maintain general ledger transactions related to revenue and support financial statement integrity. You will perform monthly revenue journal entries, analyze revenue trends, and collaborate with sales and operations for budgeting and pricing actions.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, CPA preferred, and strong Excel/communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA preferred.
• One year of relevant accounting experience may substitute education.
• Experience in revenue accounting and financial reporting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Complete monthly revenue journal entries by monthly deadlines.
• Reconcile and certify journals and accounts in Blackline as assigned.
• Analyze revenue in financial statements against operational reporting.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly revenue audit schedules.
• Develop pricing models for contracts and renewals.
• Assist with internal and external audits and controls around revenue.
• Lead pricing calls and provide summaries for management.

Skills

Microsoft Suite

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Experience in financial accounting

Job description

The Revenue Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining the general ledger transactions as related to revenue. This position provides support in creating and maintaining integrity in the company’s financial statements as well as analytical reviews to support financial improvement.

Responsibilities

• Completion of monthly revenue journal entries adhering to the monthly financial deadlines.
• Reconcile and certify journals, accounts and tasks in the Blackline Accounting system as assigned.
• Analytical review of revenue in the financial statements compared to operational revenue reporting.
• Preparation of monthly and quarterly revenue audit schedules.
• Analyze, research, consolidate and interpret financial data as it relates to revenue, prepare detailed reports, variance analyses, and presentations for review by all levels of management that are revenue related.
• Completion of quarterly random revenue audits to ensure adherence to controls.
• Assisting with revenue allocations as needed.
• Development of pricing models for contract amendments and new business.
• Assist with internal and external audit for proper documentation of internal controls and adherence to policies and procedures around revenue. Prepare audit schedules as assigned.
• Prepare pricing models with rates for new business by fixed variable, hourly, or bid templates with more in-depth pricing structures and assumptions.
• Prepare pricing models for existing customer business as requested for pricing increases and renewals
• Updating pricing model template with inflationary items.
• Assists with training new sales team members and engineers on pricing model inputs.
• Leads weekly pricing calls.
• Provide detailed summaries for sales and ops for pricing increases based on cost summary comparisons and per mile increases broken down by major category.
• Prepare Dedicated Customer level budget according to budget timelines.
• Collaborate with Account Managers and Directors to collect all their data for the budget.
• Review fuel scales and current contracts to ensure accurate Budgets/Pricing model.
• Reviewing and evaluate final budgets with Directors.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of Microsoft suite.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Must have a strong attention to detail.
• Quick learner and strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
• Ability to manage time appropriately and complete tasks in a timely manner.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or Finance, or similar field required. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of education required.
• CPA preferred.
• Experience in financial accounting preferred.

Competitive Compensation

We believe in rewarding excellence. Our compensation approach balances market-based salary ranges with individual performance, experience, and tenure ensuring your pay is fair, competitive, and aligned with your growth. The posted range reflects the full pay band for the position. The expected pay range below represents where most candidates are hired, based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Candidates with more extensive or highly relevant experience may be considered toward the higher end of the overall pay band.

• Expected Pay Range: $49,649.60-$56,492.80
• Full Pay Range: $49,649.60-$77,916.80
• Pay Grade: 8
• 401(k) Match: Build your future with our generous company match.
• Serious Health Condition Pay: Financial protection when it matters most.

Robust Health & Wellness Benefits

Your well-being is our priority. Our full health benefits package is designed to support every aspect of your health—from preventive care to peace of mind:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Access
• Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Time to Recharge

We believe rest fuels results. Our time-off benefits help you maintain balance and bring your best self to work:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Time off to Volunteer

Culture-Driven Perks

We’ve created a workplace culture where people feel empowered, supported, and excited to grow. Our corporate perks are designed to elevate your everyday:

• Casual Dress Code: Dress for your day.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Advance your education with financial support.
• Employee Discount Program: Exclusive savings on everyday essentials and more.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DFSA)
• Adoption Assistance: Meaningful support for growing families.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s challenges.
• Pet Insurance: To protect your furry family members

Covenant Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Disability/Veteran

VEVRAA Federal Contractor