Sr Manager, Fuel Accounting

Pilot Flying J; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Flying J is seeking an experienced leader for their fuel accounting teams in Knoxville, TN. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of accounting experience, particularly in fuel, energy, or transportation, and a strong understanding of GAAP.

This role includes setting performance goals, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving departmental objectives. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required, and a local presence is preferred. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 8+ years of accounting experience focused on fuel, energy, or transportation.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls required.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple related fuel accounting teams ensuring compliance and performance.
• Set clear goals and drive accountability across teams.
• Ensure accurate and timely accounting for fuel purchases and inventory.

Skills

Accounting principles

Communication

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Master's degree or MBA

Tools

ERP systems

Fuel management systems

Job description

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

1. Lead multiple related fuel accounting teams or a group of senior‑level professionals, ensuring consistent performance, accuracy, and compliance.
2. Set clear goals, define expectations, and drive accountability across teams.
3. Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and development plans for managers and individual contributors.
4. Drive departmental objectives through advanced communication, coaching, and cross‑functional alignment.
5. Apply deep knowledge of accounting principles, fuel operations, and company processes to guide decision‑making and improve financial accuracy.
6. Execute departmental plans, projects, and initiatives that support fuel accounting strategy, operational efficiency, and service delivery.
7. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and quality standards.
8. Apply advanced critical thinking to resolve complex, ambiguous, or unusual business challenges.
9. Assess the broader impact of decisions across the functional area and adjust strategies accordingly.
10. Ensure accurate and timely accounting for fuel purchases, inventory, taxes, fees, and related financial transactions.
11. Serve as the escalation point for high‑impact or sensitive accounting matters.
12. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
13. Use sound judgment to identify and resolve moderate to complex technical and operational issues within fuel accounting.
14. Direct the resolution of complex accounting discrepancies, system issues, or operational challenges by applying advanced critical‑thinking skills and leveraging internal and external resources.
15. Support the rollout of new products, services, or technologies that impact fuel accounting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• Master's degree or MBA preferred
• 8+ years of accounting experience, with a strong focus on fuel, energy, transportation, or commodity accounting
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls required
• Experience with ERP systems and fuel management systems
• Knowledge of federal and state fuel tax reporting
• Continuous improvement mindset and process optimization experience
• Proven experience in resolving complex issues

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