Sr Accountant, Accounts Receivable

Pilot Travel Centers LLC.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Company, a leading network of travel centers, seeks a Senior Accountant to reconcile general ledger accounts, prepare financial reports, and support SOX compliance. The role emphasizes accuracy, GAAP adherence, and timely month-end close in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, with at least five years of accounting experience, and strong Excel and GL system skills. Local Knoxville presence is required for this on-site role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting required.
• Minimum five years’ experience in accounting or related field.
• Local presence in Knoxville, TN or surrounding communities is required.
• Implied knowledge of GAAP and internal controls is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and adjust general ledger accounts and prepare financial statements for management.
• Maintain controls and processes in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).
• Prepare, record, analyze, and report accounting transactions ensuring GAAP compliance.
• Oversee certain journal entries and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy in the general ledger.
• Reconcile cash, accounts, and transactional activity; research variances and follow up on items.
• Provide financial support including forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Document accounting processes and participate in special projects as assigned.
• Mentor staff and junior accountants, reviewing their work.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel)

GAAP knowledge

Customer account databases

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Infor FSM

Job description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 43 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to reconcile and adjust various general ledger accounts, prepare related financial reports and statements for management, and handle complex accounting duties while following SOX compliance processes.

• Perform general accounting activities including preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements such as balance sheets and profit-and-loss statements.
• Maintain controls and processes in compliance with Sarbanes Oxley
• Prepare, record, analyze, and report accounting transactions and ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Oversee certain journal entries and account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy in the general ledger and validating transactions with bank reporting.
• Reconcile of cash, chargeback, and transactional activity, including research and follow-up of outstanding items.
• Provide financial support including forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing variations from budget
• Conduct or assist in the documentation of accounting projects
• Guide, mentor, and review work from staff and junior accountants
• Perform special accounting projects, including documenting accounting processes and procedures, as assigned.
• Compile, consolidate, and analyze accounting and finance information to produce financial statements and reports
• Accurately process licensee settlements, including reviewing and verifying payment details and fees in accordance with contractual agreements
• Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level.
• Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Demonstrate intermediate knowledge to suggest process improvements and drive efficiencies
• Prepare complex monthly reconciliation of GL accounts in accordance with established policies and procedures. Research variances and ensure that all reconciling items are researched and resolved timely.

Qualifications

We are seeking applicants with a local presence in Knoxville, TN or the surrounding communities.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship. To be considered you must have the legal right to work in United States without additional sponsorship

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required.
• Minimum five years’ experience in accounting or related field

Specialized Knowledge

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills with a focus on Excel.
• Familiarity with Infor FSM or general ledger (GL) accounting software preferred.
• Required knowledge and understanding of general accounting practices (GAAP) required.
• Experience with customer account databases is a plus.

Competencies

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong teamwork, problem-solving, conflict management, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate accounting principles and practices with non-accounting team members.
• Good attitude with a willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work extended hours when necessary, and perform work with a high sense of urgency.