Staff Accountant

Target Freight Management; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Target Freight Management is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the CFO in maintaining financial procedures and ensuring compliance. The role involves journal entries, updating financial reports, and supporting monthly closes.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in accounting and 3–7 years of related experience, with strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of GAAP. The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and timely reporting in a Pittsburgh-based office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• 3–7 years of related experience required.
• Strong Excel skills including complex formulas; use of AI noted.
• Detail- and deadline-oriented with strong organizational/documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Understanding of GAAP and ability to adhere to it.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and confidentiality awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank and intercompany reconciliations; weekly credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries and update general ledger; assist monthly reporting.
• Assist with yearly budget and quarterly forecast processes.
• Assist external accounting firm with annual review and tax compliance (1099).
• Communicate with other departments to ensure timely submissions.
• Identify and implement process improvements within accounting.

Skills

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

GAAP knowledge

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Target Freight Management (TFM) is a well-established logistics company, headquartered in Pittsburgh PA. Our team encompasses technology, experience, people and knowledge to provide effective and efficient customized freight solutions.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the CFO, the Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining financial procedures and confirming financial compliance through preparation of a company’s reports and statements. The Staff Accountant will perform journal entries, organize and update financial reports and will support the accounting department in carrying out these responsibilities to meet financial deadlines.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily bank and intercompany reconciliations, along with weekly credit card reconciliations
• Prepare journal entries, update general ledger, account reconciliations, analysis and compilation of monthly reporting
• Assist with the yearly budget process and quarterly forecast as needed
• Assist outside accounting firm with annual review and tax compliance including 1099 reporting
• Communicate regularly with individuals in other departments/locations to ensure all required submissions are completed.
• Ability to identify and implement modifications to processes to improve efficiency within the accounting department and the organization.
• Other ad hoc duties and responsibilities as assigned by the company CFO.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related field, required.
• 3-7 years of related experience required.
• Strong Excel skills including an understanding of complex formulas. Use of AI
• Detail and deadline oriented with strong organizational and documentation competencies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of company information.

Range for Staff Accountant

$70,000.00 - $90,000.00

TFM is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.