Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting

Pilot Flying J; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Flying J is seeking a Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting in Knoxville, TN. This on-site role involves preparing and analyzing financial statements and disclosures, requiring strong accounting knowledge and analytical skills.

The ideal candidate will work closely with several teams to ensure compliance with regulations while supporting financial reporting cycles. A Bachelor's degree, preferably in Accounting, and 3-5 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting knowledge required.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience needed.
• Ability to interpret complex financial data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and deliver financial statements.
• Conduct financial analysis and reporting.
• Assist with annual audit preparation.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent; Accounting major preferred

Job description

Job Description

This on-site role is located in Knoxville, TN.

This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting

The Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting plays a key role in preparing, analyzing, and delivering accurate and timely financial statements and disclosures. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to interpret complex financial data. The Senior Analyst partners closely with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, and other cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements. This position supports monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles; assists with audit activities; and contributes to process improvements that enhance reporting quality, efficiency, and consistency.

Essential Job Functions

1. Complete Sarbanes Oxley compliance as it relates to monthly/quarterly/annual controls.
2. Conduct financial analysis and reporting; prepare and review various financial reports across the company.
3. Perform GAAP research on complex financial accounting issues.
4. Assist annual audit with preparation of quarterly and annual financial documents supporting the company's external financial statement audit.
5. Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Functional Knowledge: Requires practical knowledge of technical and/or operational problems

Business Acumen: Applies operational business practices to improve efficiency

Leadership: Responsible for providing guidance for colleagues with less experience

Problem Solving: Identifies and solves complex problems

Impact: Executes objectives with impact on a range of activities within own team

Interpersonal Skills: Explains difficult or sensitive information to build consensus

Timeframe: Must meet near term targets and plan weekly and monthly

Qualifications

Education Required: Bachelor\'s Degree or Equivalent; Accounting major preferred

Experience Required: At least 3-5 years\' experience