Senior Accountant
Job in
Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee, 37955, USA
Listed on 2026-08-22
Listing for:
Highway Transport
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-22
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Corporate time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R1079
The Senior Accountant is a key member in the accounting group and is responsible for account reconciliations, month-end close duties, sales and property tax returns, accounts payable assistance, process improvement, and budget and forecast. The position works closely with finance, maintenance, operations, accounts payable, accounts receivable and billing.
** Type:
** In-Person
*
* Location:
** Knoxville, TX
** Salary Range:** $65,000 - $90,000/annual.
** Job Duties and Responsibilities
*** Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
* Manage, record, and reconcile fixed assets
* Compile monthly financial statements
* Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual balance sheet account reconciliations
* Research available guidance to determine proper treatment for accounting transactions
* Monitor general ledger and other accounting records for accuracy and completeness
* Assemble material for annual audit and other compliance projects
* Process payment batches and support accounts payable function as needed
* Prepare and analyze complex financial reports
* Implement and maintain internal financial controls and policies
* Conduct fluctuation analysis and provide related variance explanations
* Prepare multi-state property and sales tax returns
* Support the annual budget and forecasting processes
* Additional tasks, duties and special projects may be assigned, as necessary
** Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications
*** Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience
* CPA preferred
* Knowledge of Workday and Workday Adaptive Planning
*
* Skills Required:
*** Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
* Excellent technical, analytical, and communication skills, both written and verbal
* Possess solid knowledge of GAAP
* Thrives in a fast paced and changing environment; leads and controls multiple projects simultaneously
* Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and work under pressure
* Detailed-oriented
** Physical Demands/
Working Conditions:
*** Majority of time will be spent in an office environment, hybrid of remote and in-office.
* Normal work schedule: after hours work and/or weekend work may be required periodically
Highway Transport is a tanker trucking company that has been family-owned since 1948. When you join us, you become part of a family-orientated culture that values your contributions and supports your career ambitions.
We believe in taking care of our employees and ensuring their well-being. That's why we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in every aspect of your life, including;
* 401(k) Match
* Paid Time Off
* Paid Holidays
* HSA Contribution Match
* Wellness Program
* Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
* Disability, Accident and Life Insurance
* Discount Programs
* Paid Maternity Leave Highway Transport does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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