Staff Accountant

Company Overview

Certified Express, Inc. is a dynamic refrigerated carrier company based in Neosho, MO. Since its inception in 2003, the company has grown to operate over 300 power units with a fleet of 53′ refrigerated trailers and tanks, providing reliable services across the 48 contiguous states.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance with accounting standards, and ensuring the integrity of our financial data. Your expertise in accounting systems and financial concepts will help drive our company's financial health and operational efficiency.

Essential Functions:

• Assist with month-end closing activities including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliation, financial statement preparation, account analysis, and segment reporting for multiple entities.
• Prepare month end close journal entries such as accruals, amortizations, capitalizations, allocations, and reclassifications.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts including variance research, analysis, and resolution.
• Month over month, quarter over quarter and year over year variance analysis will be an important part of monthly duties.
• Provide pertinent financial information to Senior Controller and ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements, as well as assist with internal reporting.
• Perform accounting research and analysis.
• Lead special projects as needed.
• Cross train within the accounting department to maintain sufficient knowledge within the team.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is preferred.

• Must be reliable and extremely trustworthy.
• Must have a strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Must maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Experience in performing technical accounting research including historical and variance analysis, and future trend predictions and budgeting is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Specifically Excel) or related programs.
• Must be able to learn other accounting software systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.

· Must have a Strong interest in continuously improving the automation of the accounting and reporting process.

Even if you don’t meet all the job requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Staff Accountant Work Environment: Staff Accountant duties operate in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, phones, copiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Staff Accountant Physical Demands: Staff Accountant requires the ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. It may also require walking primarily on a level surface for certain periods of time, as well as reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents.

Staff Accountant Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Days and typical hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Overtime and weekends may be necessary.

Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement!

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of excel experience do you have?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Neosho, MO 64850 (Required)

Work Location: In person