Senior Accountant

Job Description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day finance and accounting operations, including entering journals, using financial technology systems, and other select finance-related administration. The Senior Accountant ensures timely reconciliation and reporting of all financial analyses. The Senior Accountant also implements and trains staff to use software that streamlines processes and improves distribution and accessibility of financial information.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure day-to-day transactions such as accounts payable, cash receipts and accounts receivable, and payroll are recorded properly.
• Perform timely and accurate month-end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition.
• Ensure all finance and accounting operations comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and federal and state laws and regulations.
• Perform fiscal year-end close activities and assisting with activities and requirements of external auditors.
• Other duties as assigned to meet organizational requirements.
• Participate and lead cross training as identified.
• Drive special projects through to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Master’s degree and/or CPA certification a plus.
• Minimum of five-years general accounting experience.

Skills and Knowledge

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) with expertise in Excel required.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations.
• Infinium or AS400 software experience, a plus.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for accuracy.
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication skills.
• Superior data management and data analysis skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and available to work until deadlines are met.

Benefits We

Offer:

At KLLM, we value our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – two medical plan options to fit your needs
• Company-Paid Life Insurance $25,000 – additional voluntary life and AD&D coverage available
• Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

KLLM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace across the company in all departments. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.

KLLM is one of the largest temperature-controlled truckload carriers in the United States, transporting within the 48 contiguous states and Mexico!