Senior Accountant – GL, SOX & GAAP Expert

Pilot Flying J; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Company is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to reconcile and adjust general ledger accounts, prepare management reports, and support SOX compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting and at least five years of accounting experience, with strong Excel skills and familiarity with Infor FSM or GL software. Travel is less than 5% and the role reports to the Accounting Department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting is required.
• Minimum of five years’ accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and adjust general ledger accounts and prepare related financial reports.
• Maintain controls and processes in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).
• Prepare, record, analyse, and report accounting transactions ensuring GAAP compliance.
• Oversee journal entries and account reconciliations, verifying transactions in the general ledger.
• Forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing variances from budget.
• Provide support on accounting projects and mentor junior staff.
• Produce consolidated financial statements and reports.
• Assist with licensee settlements and related financial reviews.

Skills

Excel

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Infor FSM

GL accounting software

Job description

Pilot Company is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to reconcile and adjust general ledger accounts, prepare management reports, and support SOX compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting and at least five years of accounting experience, with strong Excel skills and familiarity with Infor FSM or GL software. Travel is less than 5% and the role reports to the Accounting Department.