Director Accounting K

Description

Work with the Industry Leader!

As the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier, we are driven to innovate the transportation industry. Knight is a career destination for passionate and talented people seeking growth and opportunity with an industry leader.

What do we live by? The answer is simpleOUR PEOPLE! Knight Transportation is powered by people. We are committed to a culture of high expectations and exceptiAonal performance. At Knight, we hire good teammates who share our values, unselfishly take personal accountability for results, and bring innovative ideas to the table. Our people are passionate about continual learning, display honesty and mutual respect, and give their best every day.

Join our Knight Family as we offer results-driven people a place to make a difference in a stable and maturing industry.

Job Responsibilities: What you will do

Direct the day-to-day operations of designated accountants, including leading of the month-end accounting close process.

• Lead the day-to-day operations of designated accountants; including but not limited to supervising and mentoring the department personnel, assisting the staff with goal setting and performance reviews. Direct the completion of the accounting procedures, documentation and cross training opportunities.
• Lead the month-end closing process, including reviewing and approving month-end journal entries based on appropriate control thresholds to ensure accuracy and reasonableness in accordance with GAAP. Lead the designated personnel in identifying process improvements to ensure efficiencies within the monthly close process.
• Assure compliance with internal controls, including but not limited to identifying, enhancing and implementing internal control improvements within the accounting process.
• Assist the Controller in producing accurate and timely financial statements (including the review of the month-end income statements) and in the month-end closing and financial reporting process including account analysis and reconciliation.
• May assist the Controller and Director of Financial Reporting with the review of external financial reports, including Form 10-K and Form 10-Q.
• May act as the point person for troubleshooting accounting system issues.
• Review balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Maintain strong knowledge of GAAP, IRC, FASB issues and current events to assist in identifying, researching and concluding on company specific or transactional related issues.
• Assist in special projects as necessary.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

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Qualifications: What you need to bring

• 6+ years' of general accounting experience required.
• Previous leadership experience required.
• CPA or MBA is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree with a major in Accounting or related field required.
• Must posses ability to identify and conclude accounting related processes using strong knowledge of GAAP and FASB topics.
• Must hold previous proven leadership experience and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Must posses strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must demonstrate good judgment and discretion.

What we offer:

• Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.
• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes:
  • 401(K)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Debt Free College or Tuition Assistance Programs

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.