Senior Accountant - Remote

Overview

As a member of the ShipBob Team, you will be a key member of the accounting team, responsible for a variety of accounting functions including month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.

In Short

• Perform month end accounting including journal entry preparation and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
• Research the data inputs and results related to the Company’s shipping and freight costs.
• Analyze trends in freight and shipping costs to identify potential misstatements.
• Coordinate with the finance team to review monthly P&L and assist in investigating financials for variances to budget.
• Collaborate directly with the operations, transportation, data, and IT teams to drive efficiencies and cross-team knowledge.
• Maintain detailed narratives of all procedures and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Support external audit and tax teams by preparing schedules, explaining supporting material and procedures and any other data as needed.
• Examine the Company’s shipping data, shipping costs, contracts, and changes to discern the appropriate accounting treatment.
• Examine critical accounting estimates and assumptions around expense recognition in addition to booking & analyzing monthly results.
• Assist on projects and ad hoc assignments as needed.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with 3+ years in the transportation/logistics industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field.
• CPA certification strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of transportation-specific accounting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software, database skills and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with transportation management software (TMS) preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a lean, dynamic accounting environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Basic Life Insurance.
• Paid Maternity/Parental Leave Program.
• Flexible Time Off Program.
• Paid Sick Leave.
• Floating Holidays (2 days/year).
• Wellness Days (1 day/quarter).
• 401K Match.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package.
• See Our High-Performing Culture.