**Job Title:** Sr Staff Accountant **Department:** Finance **Country:** United States of America **State/Province:** Arkansas **City:** Lowell **Full/Part Time:** Full time **Job Summary:** Under general supervision, this position is responsible for assuring that business owned accounts are fairly and accurately represented on company financial statements. Responsibilities will involve developing innovative and effective solutions highly complex problems in financial analysis, reporting and forecasting. **Job Description:** **Key Responsibilities:** • Assist the Controller as required and represent the Finance team as needed at month-end and other Management meetings and reviews • Work with various departments to assist with their expense management strategies and procedures • Update training materials and job aides • Support the creation of reports and presentations on financial performance for internal and external use • Support the Collaborate on the preparation of operating budgets with and for various departments to support organization's expense management goals • Perform accounting functions for the organization, including record keeping and reporting • Manage the distribution of tasks to junior staff as appropriate to aid in their development and satisfy the needs of the organization • Maintain records of organization's financial activity in accordance with GAAP, organizational standards, and in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and similar regulatory requirements • Identify trends and developments in competitive environments and present findings to senior management • Handle and resolve escalated issues raised by junior staff • Examine and review unusual cost records and ensure cost data is allocated correctly • Create and utilize automated tools for the updating, analyzing and reporting of consolidated financial results • Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities related to foreign exchange, cash management and tax, including preparing the appropriate audit work papers for such activities • Assist with analysis and review of the Analyze and review the organization's financial performance by collecting, analyzing and reporting financial and statistical data **Qualifications:** **Minimum Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or other business related field and/or an equivalent combination of education AND 2 to 3 years of Finance and/or Accounting or relevant experience + AND/OR Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences + Proficient in MS Office Suite, Excel + Ability to manage projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines + Ability to work both individually, as a team, and cross-functionally within the organization + Basic deductive reasoning skills with ability to interpret data sets and provide actionable insights + Strong written and verbal communication skills + Act with integrity, objectivity, and due professional care **_Preferred Qualifications:_** + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or other business related field and/or an equivalent combination of education AND 3 to 4 years of Finance and/or Accounting or relevant experience + Professional designation such as CPA, CFA, etc., or progress toward a designation + Knowledge of SQL and data management tools (QMF, SQL Server, TOAD, Access) This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship. **Compensation:** Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time. **Benefits:** The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually. **Education:** Bachelors: Accounting (Required), Bachelors: Finance (Required), GED (Required), High School (Required) **Work Experience:** Auditing, Finance **Job Opening ID:** 00579013 Sr Staff Accountant (Open) **_“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this_** **_classification._** **_It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job._** **_To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”_** **_J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law._** **Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities.** Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career. **Why J.B. Hunt?** J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees. **What are we looking for?** J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role at J.B. Hunt could take your career to the next level. J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. affirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment in all terms and conditions of employment. J.B. Hunt is committed to both the spirit and the letter of affirmative action law and continues its good-faith efforts to comply with all applicable government laws and regulations. The company is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity. J.B. Hunt will recruit, hire, compensate, offer benefits to, upgrade, train, layoff, terminate, and/or promote individuals without discrimination in regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases by applicable law. J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. offers reasonable accommodation in the employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application process due to a disability, you may request accommodation at any time by calling 1-800-777-4968.