Sr Accountant, Financial Reporting

Pilot Flying J; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Company is seeking a Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting to prepare, analyze, and deliver accurate financial statements and disclosures. The role partners with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury and cross-functional teams to ensure GAAP compliance and regulatory adherence.

This on-site position is located in Knoxville, TN and requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years of accounting and financial reporting experience preferred.
• CPA is strongly preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements and disclosures on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Collaborate with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury and other teams to ensure GAAP compliance.
• Support internal and external audits and assist with audit documentation.
• Research GAAP accounting issues and perform technical assessments.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Skills

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

SOX compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Audit support

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Accounting major preferred

CPA strongly preferred

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 Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting plays a key role in preparing, analyzing, and delivering accurate and timely financial statements and disclosures. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to interpret complex financial data. The Senior Analyst partners closely with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, and other cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements. This position supports monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles; assists with audit activities; and contributes to process improvements that enhance reporting quality, efficiency, and consistency.

This job is on site in Knoxville, TN

This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Essential Job Functions

1. 1) Complete Sarbanes Oxley compliance as it relates to monthly/quarterly/annual controls.
2. 2) Conduct financial analysis and reporting; prepare and review various financial reports across the company.
3. 3) Perform GAAP research on complex financial accounting issues.
4. 4) Assist annual audit with preparation of quarterly and annual financial documents supporting the company's external financial statement audit.
5. 5) Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

Education Required: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent; Accounting major preferred

Experience Required: At least 3-5 Years' Experience

CPA strongly preferred