Senior Staff Accountant

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Senior Staff Accountant

Trans Loop is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join our Finance and Accounting team in Chicago. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role will maintain the accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial records while supporting a fast‑growing operation generating over $300M in annual revenue.

• Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Own assigned portions of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Research and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis.
• Analyze account activity and investigate unusual transactions and variances.
• Support preparation of monthly financial reporting packages and management analyses.
• Perform daily and monthly cash application activities.
• Reconcile cash receipts to customer invoices and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with monitoring cash activity and maintaining accurate cash records.
• Support process improvements designed to enhance cash application accuracy and efficiency.
• Support revenue recognition processes and related reconciliations.
• Maintain lease accounting schedules and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and U.S. GAAP.
• Assist with accounting research and technical accounting analyses as needed.
• Support internal control and process documentation initiatives.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external auditors.
• Assist with annual financial statement audits and other compliance reviews.
• Participate in accounting system enhancements and future ERP implementation initiatives.
• Utilize accounting and reporting tools to improve visibility, efficiency, and data quality.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and strengthen controls.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience in public accounting and/or industry.
• Experience performing month‑end close activities and balance‑sheet reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial‑statement relationships.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume operating environment.

• CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA licensure.
• Experience in transportation, logistics, freight brokerage, or other transaction‑intensive industries.
• Experience with revenue recognition and lease accounting.
• Experience working with cloud‑based accounting systems and ERP platforms.
• Familiarity with Tableau or other data‑visualization and business‑intelligence tools.
• Experience supporting financial statement audits.

This role is designed for an accounting professional seeking meaningful growth and exposure beyond traditional staff accounting responsibilities. Working directly with the CFO, the successful candidate will have opportunities to expand into technical accounting, financial reporting, systems implementation, process improvement, and broader finance initiatives as the company continues to grow.

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (50% paid by Trans Loop).
• Personal financial advisor.
• Vacation, sick, and wellness days.

Trans Loop is a modern digital freight network revolutionizing logistics for shippers and carriers of all sizes. The team pairs cutting‑edge technology with white‑glove service to deliver unparalleled transparency, industry‑leading reliability, constant innovation, and real‑time collaboration with every shipment.

Trans Loop is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and/or harassment based upon race, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or related medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or any other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Trans Loop participates in the E‑Verify program in all locations.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.