Staff Accountant

Reliant Maritime Solutions, LLC; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliant Maritime Solutions, LLC is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a growing maritime transportation company. This role offers hands-on exposure to vessel finances and payroll within a GAAP framework.

You will handle AP/AR, payroll processing, journal entries, reconciliations, and monthly/quarterly closes, while maintaining asset records and preparing financial reports for management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Understanding of GAAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and changing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Prepare and process semi-monthly payroll.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close.
• Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Track vessel operating costs, job costs, and voyage-related expenses.
• Review and reconcile crew travel, fuel, maintenance, and vendor invoices.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and labor cost allocations.
• Prepare sales, use, property tax, and other financial reports as assigned.
• Prepare financial schedules, reports, and analyses for management.
• Assist with annual audits and provide documentation to external auditors.
• Maintain accounting records in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Assist with improving accounting procedures, processes, and internal controls.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of financial and employee information.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Independent and collaborative work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Reliant Maritime Solutions is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the day-to-day financial operations of our growing maritime transportation company.

We're looking for a dependable, detail-oriented accounting professional who takes ownership of their work, enjoys solving problems, and can maintain accuracy while managing multiple deadlines. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with the financial operations supporting vessels, crews, and maritime transportation activities.

What You’ll Do

• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Prepare and process semi-monthly payroll
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries
• Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close
• Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Track vessel operating costs, job costs, and voyage-related expenses
• Review and reconcile crew travel, fuel, maintenance, and vendor invoices
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and labor cost allocations
• Prepare sales, use, property tax, and other financial reports as assigned
• Prepare financial schedules, reports, and analyses for management
• Assist with annual audits and provide documentation to external auditors
• Maintain accounting records in accordance with GAAP and company policies
• Assist with improving accounting procedures, processes, and internal controls
• Maintain strict confidentiality of financial and employee information
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and changing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems
• Accounting experience in maritime, transportation, logistics, or construction
• Experience with financial reporting and external audits
• Experience with general ledger accounting, month-end close, payroll accounting, fixed assets, budgeting, or variance analysis

Skills That Will Make You Successful

• Financial statement preparation
• Month-end close
• Payroll accounting
• Fixed asset accounting
• Budgeting and variance analysis
• Internal controls
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Time management and organization
• Strong attention to detail

This is primarily an office-based position involving prolonged periods of computer work. Occasional visits to vessel operations or terminals may be required.

The position generally follows standard business hours, with additional hours occasionally required during month-end, year-end, or audit periods.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and electronically

Why Join Reliant Maritime Solutions?

At Reliant Maritime Solutions, our accounting team plays an important role in keeping our vessels, crews, and operations moving. This is an opportunity to build your accounting career while gaining hands‑on experience in the maritime transportation industry.

You’ll work in an operationally focused environment where accurate financial information directly supports the company's day‑to‑day operations and long‑term success.

Reliant Maritime Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.