Senior Fuel Accounting Lead | Close, Compliance & Analysis

Pilot Flying J; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Company in Knoxville, TN is seeking an experienced accounting leader to manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities within fuel accounting. You will own financial results, analyze inventory valuations, and drive accuracy and compliance across facilities and operations.

Mentors and trains accounting staff while coordinating with internal and external audits of GAAP controls. Applicants should have a bachelor’s in finance or accounting and at least 5 years of accounting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting is required.
• Minimum 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Local presence in Knoxville, TN or nearby; US work authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Own accounting conclusions and financial results for fuel-related accounts.
• Analyze inventory valuation, gains/losses, and variances for accurate reporting.
• Resolve complex inventory and accounting issues using analytical skills.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with policies.
• Mentor and train accounting staff while coordinating with departments.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Fuel management systems

Excel

Job description

Pilot Company in Knoxville, TN is seeking an experienced accounting leader to manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities within fuel accounting. You will own financial results, analyze inventory valuations, and drive accuracy and compliance across facilities and operations.

Mentors and trains accounting staff while coordinating with internal and external audits of GAAP controls. Applicants should have a bachelor’s in finance or accounting and at least 5 years of accounting