Senior Freight Accountant – US Logistics
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60601, USA
Listing for:
Nearshore Business Solutions
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-11-06
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Remote – Latin America
Type of
Contract:
Full-Time
Salary Range: Market Rates
Schedule: Pacific Time Zone hours
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Freight Accountant with a background in US freight brokerage or transportation accounting to take ownership of their accounting operations. You will manage day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close while helping build efficient processes for a growing logistics company. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact, work closely with leadership, and grow alongside the business.
Key Responsibilities- Manage full-cycle accounting, including general ledger, journal entries, accruals, and month-end close.
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable, including carrier payments, customer invoicing, collections, and cash application.
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, factoring accounts, and intercompany balances.
- Prepare monthly financial statements, cash flow forecasts, and profitability reports.
- Ensure freight charges, carrier settlements, and customer invoices are accurate and properly documented.
- Improve accounting processes, strengthen financial controls, and support automation initiatives.
- Coordinate with external accountants on tax filings, 1099s, and audits.
- 10+ years of accounting experience, including general ledger and month-end close ownership.
- Direct experience in US freight brokerage, transportation, or logistics accounting.
- Strong understanding of carrier settlements, factoring, quick pay, accessorials, and freight billing.
- Experience with multi-entity accounting, financial statements, and account reconciliations.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and accrual accounting.
- Proficiency in Quick Books or similar accounting software, TMS platforms, and advanced Excel.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with exceptional attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
- CPA certification.
- Experience improving accounting workflows or implementing automation.
- Experience working with US-based companies in a remote environment.
- Make an impact: Take ownership of accounting operations and help shape financial processes.
- Work remotely: Join a growing US logistics business from Latin America.
- Grow professionally: Work closely with leadership and contribute to important business decisions.
- Build for the future: Help create scalable accounting systems and controls as the company expands.
Position Requirements
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