Senior Staff Accountant - Finance Analytics & Budgeting

J.B. Hunt; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Lowell, Arkansas, is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to ensure accurate representation of business accounts on financial statements. You will support month-end close, budgeting, and financial analysis across departments.

The role requires 2–3 years in Finance/Accounting, strong Excel and MS Office skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally. Competitive benefits and bonus potential are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; 2–3 years finance/accounting experience.
• Preferred professional designation such as CPA/CFA, or progress toward designation.
• Knowledge of SQL and data management tools (QMF, SQL Server, TOAD, Access).

Responsibilities

• Assist the Controller and represent Finance at month-end and management reviews.
• Collaborate on operating budgets with various departments to support expense goals.
• Prepare and present financial performance reports for internal and external use.
• Maintain records in accordance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close including foreign exchange, cash management, and tax work papers.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Project management

Time management

Communication

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Bachelor's in Finance

GED

High School Diploma

Tools

SQL

QMF

SQL Server

TOAD

Access

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Lowell, Arkansas, is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to ensure accurate representation of business accounts on financial statements. You will support month-end close, budgeting, and financial analysis across departments.

The role requires 2–3 years in Finance/Accounting, strong Excel and MS Office skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally. Competitive benefits and bonus potential are offered.