Senior Accounting Manager: GAAP, Close & Automation

Evolving Solution Services; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolving Solution Services is seeking an Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a growing freight brokerage. The role collaborates with the Controller to ensure accurate reporting and timely closes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least five years of progressive accounting experience, with GAAP knowledge and strong Excel skills. ERP/Great Plains experience is a plus, in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including responsibility for month-end close and general ledger accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced, transaction-heavy environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work across various teams within the organization.
• Experience with ERP or accounting software and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office suite tools.
• Skilled in Great Plains Dynamics is a plus with experience in the transportation/logistic industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Reconcile freight revenue, carrier costs, gross margins, and shipment-level activity between the transportation management system and accounting platform.
• Investigate and resolve billing, payment, margin, and data discrepancies in partnership with operations and accounting teams.
• Assist with customer and carrier account reconciliations and escalated payment issues.
• Support annual audits, tax filings, lender reporting, and requests from external accountants.
• Assist with cash flow management and forecasting.
• Identify opportunities to automate accounting processes and improve data accuracy across financial and transportation systems.
• Mentor and manage accounting team members as assigned.
• Perform other accounting and financial duties as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

Tools

Great Plains Dynamics

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

Job description

Evolving Solution Services is seeking an Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a growing freight brokerage. The role collaborates with the Controller to ensure accurate reporting and timely closes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least five years of progressive accounting experience, with GAAP knowledge and strong Excel skills. ERP/Great Plains experience is a plus, in a fast-paced environment.