Accountant

About the role

The accountant is primarily responsible for preparing various asset, liability, revenue, and expense reconciliations, posting other activities to the general ledger and account analysis. The accountant is also responsible for completing other tasks assigned to support the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department. Provide general accounting support across the spectrum of accounting functions as directed with the aim of ensuring accounting activities and associated financial information is timely, accurate, and readily available to support key business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile multiple cash accounts
• Prepare journal entries, monitor and analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy
• Reconcile and monitor various asset, liability, revenue, and expense accounts
• Aid with month end close procedures and reports
• Preparation of information and reports requested for annual audit
• Special projects as assigned by Management
• Maintain work instructions and procedures for all tasks
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities
• Complete other duties as assigned
• Provide and participate in cross-training as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 5+ years of experience, with specific exposure to general ledger maintenance
• Must have knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Professional level experience with Excel to compile and present data
• Experience with Oracle software (preferred)

Competencies

• Communication proficiency
• Organizational skills
• Written skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task with adherence to deadlines
• Dedicated team player with the willingness and desire to learn and grow within the organization
• Highly self-motivated individual with the ability to function in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision and direction
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About us

R+L Carriers is a family owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965. Our business caters to the transportation and distribution industry and is designed to provide customers with superior service through efficient administration and innovative thinking. The Company prides itself in treating our employees and customers with respect and honesty. We believe each employee contributes directly to the Company’s growth and success.

Equal Employment Opportunity

R+L Carriers will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal or state law. This application is considered current for ninety (90) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.