Senior Accountant | GAAP Close & Financial Analytics Leader

P&S Transportation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Doc-On-Demand

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Volunteer Day

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

TA Services in Indianapolis is seeking a detail‑oriented accountant to lead month-end close, prepare journal entries, and ensure GAAP compliance. You will analyze financial results, support monthly/annual statements, and collaborate with the Corporate Accounting team.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with BlackLine/Ramp/Lease tools. CPA is a plus. On-site work in downtown Indianapolis with comprehensive benefits awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting required.
• CPA certification is preferred or considered a plus but not required.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, accounting principles, internal controls, and applicable financial regulations.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing financial data, investigating discrepancies, and communicating clear conclusions.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with BlackLine, Ramp, Lease Complete, LeaseQuery, or similar accounting and financial systems preferred.
• Experience preparing account reconciliations, journal entries, supporting schedules, financial statements, and audit documentation.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and process improvement activities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities and ensure deadlines are met.
• Prepare and review complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies, unusual transactions, and reconciling items.
• Analyze consolidated and business-unit financial results, including budget-to-actual and period-over-period variances.
• Support the preparation and distribution of accurate monthly and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Complete and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations in BlackLine and follow up on outstanding items.
• Maintain accurate fixed asset records and reconcile fixed asset activity within Lease Complete.
• Prepare property tax renditions and business license filings and ensure related payments and renewals are completed on time.
• Review and code Ramp transactions in partnership with the Payables Specialist.
• Coordinate external audit requests and prepare supporting documentation for audits and related tax returns.
• Evaluate accounting processes, recommend improvements, and assist with implementing scalable procedures and system enhancements.
• Lead or support special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned.
• Serve as a resource for accounting questions and provide backup support across the Corporate Accounting and Finance team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting

Tools

BlackLine

Ramp

Lease Complete

LeaseQuery

Excel

Job description

TA Services in Indianapolis is seeking a detail‑oriented accountant to lead month-end close, prepare journal entries, and ensure GAAP compliance. You will analyze financial results, support monthly/annual statements, and collaborate with the Corporate Accounting team.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with BlackLine/Ramp/Lease tools. CPA is a plus. On-site work in downtown Indianapolis with comprehensive benefits awaits.