Accountant II, Corporate Accounting

About the role

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with over 30,000 team members and 750 retail and fueling locations across 44 states and six Canadian provinces. The company supports a diverse portfolio of brands in energy and logistics, including supply chain, retail operations, logistics, transportation, technology, and more. Founded in 1958, Pilot Company is committed to its people-first culture and ongoing support of the community.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, record, analyze, and report accounting transactions and ensure the integrity of accounting records
• Support financial planning and analysis, including forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis
• Analyze and prepare statutory accounts and financial statements
• Conduct or assist in the documentation of accounting projects and processes
• Track and record lease information through AMT
• Perform prepaid account entries and amortizations
• Work with other groups to resolve issues and compile, consolidate, and analyze accounting and finance information
• Generate financial statements and reports
• Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose and ensure guest and team member support
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Local presence in Knoxville, TN or surrounding communities
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Minimum three years’ experience in accounting or related field required
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Familiarity with Infor Financials & Supply Management or general ledger (GL) accounting software preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) preferred

Competencies

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong teamwork, problem-solving, conflict management, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial principles to non-finance team members
• Ability to exercise judgment and make decisions on company policies and strategies affecting financial performance