Accountant - Hybrid Schedule

Why Work for Saddle Creek?

Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills, build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If you’re looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits, join our team today.

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Department: Finance

Location:  Lakeland, FL

Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days remote

Position Description

The Accountant will perform business, financial, and operations analysis to impact operating results and support the middle/senior management decision-making processes.  Additionally, this person will conduct the closing activities for selected business units.  This position will report to the Accounting Manager.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly financial statements for selected business units and departments
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and revenue/expense account analyses
• Prepare analysis of financial results using both established and ad hoc reports
• Assist in developing financial performance standards, measurement, and reporting tools
• Participate in the annual budgeting process and year-end audit
• Assist management in analyzing financial performance relative to the financial plan and the prior year
• Assist in the implementation of additional accounting software modules when applicable
• Analytical liaison between the Accounting department and field management/operations
• Routine interaction with operating personnel from remote locations
• Occasional travel to multiple locations
• Spearhead, coordinate, and complete special projects as requested

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• GED/High School diploma required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required from an accredited university
• 3-5 years of general ledger accounting experience, including monthly close responsibilities
   

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient knowledge and passion for computer applications (Excel, Access, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Ivalua, Vena, Management Reporter, MicroStrategy)
• Effective critical thinking and analytical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization
• Ability to stay organized while managing deadlines and expectations
• Ability to work with a diverse set of management styles and personalities either independently or as part of a team
• Knowledge of transportation or 3PL operations desirable

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Benefits:

• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HSA, and medical reimbursement

• Annual bonus eligibility

• 401(k) match

• Vacation and holiday pay

• Employee assistance and identity theft protection

• Career development and opportunity for internal promotions

• Tuition reimbursement for further education

• Company paid life insurance and short term disability

Saddle Creek is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and existing associates and evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, color, religious creed, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), mental or physical disability, medical condition, military and veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, governmental regulations and executive orders. View the EEO poster here. View the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision here. View the E-Verify Posting here.

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