Senior Operational Accounting Manager

Summary

The Sr. Operational Accounting Manager will be responsible for internal financial reporting, business finance support, and leading accounting projects, including the implementation of new GAAP standards, acquisition integrations, and IT transformation initiatives. This position reports directly to the Director of Operational Accounting.

• Manage the month-end close process, ensuring timeliness and accuracy across the company and internal departments.

• Ensure compliance with SOX controls and internal policies through review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.

• Assist in prepare, analyze, and present segment financial results (monthly Flash Reports and quarterly reviews/sign offs) to senior management.

• Lead, supervise, and develop a high‑performing team by recruiting, training, coaching, delegating responsibilities, and reviewing work to ensure high‑quality output and adherence to deadlines.

• Respond promptly to requests from cross‑functional departments regarding financial data.

• Drive continuous improvement and transformation initiatives in accounting and reporting processes, leveraging tools such as Workday, Office Connect, Workiva and Blackline.

• Partner with Corporate Reporting to support monthly and quarterly reporting, including cash flow schedules and financial analytics.

• Conduct technical accounting research, document conclusions, and support management review processes.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing required reports, analyses, and documentation.

• Take ownership of departmental goals, monitor progress, and implement improvements to ensure successful outcomes.

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.

• Lead or contribute to special projects and other duties as assigned.

Technical knowledge of GAAP; advanced level.

• Bachelor's degree in business, Accounting, Finance or 8 years related business work experience
• Master's Degree in MBA or Accounting, Preferred
• 8 years or more in Finance/Business, Required
• 5 years or more in Managing Finance/Accounting support functions to include Inventory Management and Control, Financial Analysis and Planning, Financial Reporting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Billing, Required
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office products Advanced, Required
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt & Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma, Preferred

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), preferred.

The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long‑term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:

• Pay Type:
  
  Salaried
• Minimum Pay Range: 135,000
• Maximum Pay Range: 145,000

For all Full‑time positions only:
Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.