Senior Accountant

Highway Transport; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Maternity Leave

Job summary

Highway Transport is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in Knoxville, TX. This role involves managing account reconciliations, preparing financial statements, and supporting budgeting processes. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and CPA certification are preferred.

Responsibilities include overseeing the month-end close process, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and implementing financial controls. Benefits include 401(k) matching, paid time off, and comprehensive insurance.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Proficiency in GAAP and financial controls.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
• Compile and prepare financial statements and account reconciliations.
• Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

GAAP knowledge

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Workday

Workday Adaptive Planning

Job description

The Senior Accountant is a key member in the accounting group and is responsible for account reconciliations, month‑end close duties, sales and property tax returns, accounts payable assistance, process improvement, and budget and forecast. The position works closely with finance, maintenance, operations, accounts payable, accounts receivable and billing. Type: In‑Person. Location: Knoxville, TX (Corporate). Salary Range: $65,000 - $90,000/annual.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Manage, record, and reconcile fixed assets
• Compile monthly financial statements
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual balance sheet account reconciliations
• Research available guidance to determine proper treatment for accounting transactions
• Monitor general ledger and other accounting records for accuracy and completeness
• Assemble material for annual audit and other compliance projects
• Process payment batches and support accounts payable function as needed
• Prepare and analyze complex financial reports
• Implement and maintain internal financial controls and policies
• Conduct fluctuation analysis and provide related variance explanations
• Prepare multi‑state property and sales tax returns
• Support the annual budget and forecasting processes
• Additional tasks, duties and special projects may be assigned as necessary

Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience. CPA preferred. Knowledge of Workday and Workday Adaptive Planning.

Skills Required

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent technical, analytical, and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Solid knowledge of GAAP
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, changing environment; leads and controls multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and work under pressure
• Detail‑oriented

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

This is an in‑office based role. Normal work schedule: after hours work and/or weekend work may be required periodically.

Benefits

• 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• HSA Contribution Match
• Wellness Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Disability, Accident and Life Insurance
• Discount Programs
• Paid Maternity Leave

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Highway Transport does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factor.