Staff Accountant

Purolator International; Town of Woodbury (NY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Purolator International, a leading U.S.-based supply chain logistics provider, is hiring an Accountant I to support the Financial Analysis & Reporting team. This hybrid role involves month-end close, revenue and expense analysis, SAP journal entries, and management reporting in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of accounting/financial reporting experience, a finance/accounting degree, and advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP).

Qualifications

• . 3+ years accounting/financial reporting experience.
• . College degree with Finance/Accounting major
• . Transportation / Logistics industry experience a plus
• . Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data reconciliation).
• . Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
• . Strong computer and analytical skills, attention to detail, and cross‑department collaboration
• . Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• . Self-motivated with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute weekly/monthly revenue reports to management.
• Perform weekly SAP GL expense analysis and investigate discrepancies.
• Conduct weekly revenue reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Assist with prepaid expense reviews and adjusting entries.
• Prepare and submit journal entries including accruals and reclassifications.
• Create Excel data files for monthly imports to planning software Adaptive Planning.
• Explain indirect expense and revenue variances during monthly P&L reviews.
• Support month end/year end close processes per GAAP and controls.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc analyses.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Multi-tasking

Collaboration across departments

Education

Finance/Accounting degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PivotTables

VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP

Data reconciliation

Job description

Working at Purolator International is more than a job. It's an opportunity to be part of a winning team and to contribute to the success of our growing company. Purolator International is a leading U.S. based supply chain logistics solutions provider specializing in the air and ground forwarding of express, freight and parcel shipments, customs brokerage, and fulfillment and delivery services to, from and within North America. We are a subsidiary of Purolator Inc., Canada's largest leading integrated freight, package, and logistics solutions provider. You can learn more about us on YouTube and LinkedIn.

When we say we're the best, we're not just tooting our own horn. We're incredibly proud of the many awards we've won for shipping to, from, and within Canada.

Purolator International provides a "Best in Class" Total Rewards package to employees and their families.

• Medical & Prescription Drugs (80%+ premium paid by Employer)
• Employer Funded Health Savings Account (H.S.A)
• Dental and Vision plans
• Employer funded Short/Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness Plans
• Retirement Plan Employer Contribution (50% Match up to 8% of Your Eligible Salary)
• Annual Bonus Incentive Plan
• Paid Time Off Including: 15 Vacation Days, 10 Sick Days, 4 Personal Days
• Paid Holidays
• 100% Paid Extended Parental/Maternity Leave Program
• 100% subsidized pay Military/Reserves Leave Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Program
• Identify Theft Protection Discount Program
• Pet Insurance Discount Program

We also offer social responsibility initiatives covering a wide range of business aspects and employee relationships such as supporting local communities, educating, and empowering workers, promoting gender equality and minorities, reducing our footprint, etc.

Description

The Accountant I supports the Financial Analysis & Reporting team by ensuring accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting. This role plays a critical part in month-end close, revenue and expense analysis, SAP journal entries, and management reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with complex data sets.

The schedule for this role is Monday - Friday 8:30am -5:00pm, EST. This is a hybrid role with 3 days being in the office, Tuesday - Thursday.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute weekly, monthly revenue reports to management and field partners.
• Perform weekly SAP general ledger expense analysis and investigate discrepancies.
• Perform weekly revenue reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with prepaid expense reviews and correcting entries as needed.
• Prepare and submit journal entries, including revenue accruals, indirect expense accruals, and reclassification entries.
• Prepare Excel data files used for monthly imports to our planning and reporting software Adaptive Planning in order to generate Corp and internal financial statements.
• Research and explain indirect expense and revenue variances during monthly P&L reviews.
• Support month end and year end close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP and internal control standards
• Support special projects, process improvements, and ad hoc financial analysis as assigned

Education and/or Experience

• 3+ years Accounting/Financial Reporting Experience
• College Degree with Finance/Accounting major
• Transportation / Logistics industry experience a plus
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data reconciliation).
• Must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal & written
• Strong computer and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced/demanding environment
• Candidate should be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

To support state laws, the base pay range for this role is $65,906 - $75,000. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on various factors such as job-related knowledge, and relevant skills and experience.

Purolator International values diverse perspective and life experiences. Purolator International encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, people who identify as LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Candidates applying will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Purolator International participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program www.e-verify.gov.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the Company's lawful preemployment checks, which may include background and reference checks, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.