Knoxville, Tennessee, USA
3 days ago
Accountant I, Operations Accounting

Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to reconcile and adjust various general ledger utilities accounts and perform moderately complex analysis of performance results.

In this role you will: 

Perform general accounting activities including the preparation, maintenance, and reconciliation of balance sheets accountsReport and update leadership and/or team on all relevant issues, escalating any issues as appropriatePerform analyses of variations from budget for utility categoriesPrepare month-end journal entries and perform other month end close responsibilitiesRespond to vendor, team member, and field payment inquiries Ability to own the relationship with third party service provider and manage billing issues and disputes with the vendor.Pay vendor invoices in a timely mannerCompile, consolidate, and analyze accounting and finance information to produce financial statements and reportsPerform special projects as assigned

QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting preferredMinimum three years’ experience in accounting or related field requiredGeneral Ledger experience preferredIntermediate Microsoft Office skillsFamiliarity with Lawson or general ledger (GL) accounting software preferredKnowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) preferredAbility to interpret and organize data from multiple sourcesAbility to prioritize, multitask and manage multiple projects successfully in a fast-paced and dynamic environmentStrong organizational skills with attention to detailAbility to communicate and interact effectively with different levels of the organization to negotiate, problem solve, complete projects and influence decision makingStrong analytical and strategic thinking skillsSelf-motivated with ability to work both independently and within teams in order to establish and meet deadlines, goals, and objectivesExcellent customer service skillsAbility to complete work with minimal supervisionGeneral office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time

Additional Information

•    Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
•    401(k) Flexible Spending Accounts
•    Adoption Assistance
•    Tuition Reimbursement
•    Weekly Pay

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