Senior Accountant - GAAP, Close & Forecast Pro

Highway Transport; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

HSA Contribution Match

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Maternity Leave

Job summary

Highway Transport is seeking a Senior Accountant in Knoxville, TN. This key role involves account reconciliations, month-end closings, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting, with 3 to 5 years of experience, and CPA preference. The position offers a hybrid work schedule. Highway Transport has a family-oriented culture, with a focus on employee well-being, offering benefits such as 401(k) match, paid time off, and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in accounting.
• Proficiency in financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Ability to lead and control multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
• Compile monthly financial statements.
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Conduct fluctuation analysis and variance explanations.

Skills

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office

Excellent technical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of GAAP

Ability to multitask

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Workday

Workday Adaptive Planning

Job description

Highway Transport is seeking a Senior Accountant in Knoxville, TN. This key role involves account reconciliations, month-end closings, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting, with 3 to 5 years of experience, and CPA preference. The position offers a hybrid work schedule. Highway Transport has a family-oriented culture, with a focus on employee well-being, offering benefits such as 401(k) match, paid time off, and medical insurance.