Senior Accountant

Location: Remote, with preference for candidates in the St. Louis area; occasional on-site collaboration in Des Peres, Missouri. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

Company

Transportation cooperative supporting the United Van Lines and Mayflower brands through household goods, specialty logistics, and transportation services across the United States and internationally.

What you will do

• Perform general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and account analysis.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including financial consolidation across multiple subsidiaries.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Investigate discrepancies, unusual transactions, and reconciling items and support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Administer and improve general ledger and account reconciliation systems, including system implementations, testing, and automation initiatives.
• Support external audits, maintain accounting and internal-control documentation, and mentor accounting team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Five or more years of experience in financial reporting and general accounting.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with ERP, general ledger, and/or account reconciliation systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively.
• Permanent U.S. work authorization is required; visa sponsorship and employment authorization support are not available.

Nice to have

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Experience with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, or financial analysis.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Planful, BlackLine, or similar accounting platforms.
• Experience with multi-entity reporting, system implementations, automation, or mentoring accounting staff.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote work flexibility with occasional on-site collaboration.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental and family leave.
• Employee support programs and wellness resources.