Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

At Kenco Logistics, you're more than just a team memberyou're part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forwardone shipment at a time.

About the Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for preparing, analyzing, and reviewing financial statements using accounting principles and supervising staff to ensure that customers are billed correctly and accounting policies are being adhered to. This is an opportunity to make a difference and have an impact on a growing company.

Functions

• Coordinating monthly close process for multiple locations/departments and multiple site/department accounting personnel
• Overseeing accounting operations or complex segments of the accounting function based on specific LLC
• Reviewing financial data for completeness, accuracy, and compliance
• Preparation of complex customer invoices in accordance with customer contracts
• Reconciling general ledger activity to customer billing for more complex accounts
• General ledger balance sheet reconciliations utilizing Blackline Accounting software
• Monitoring and managing all aspects of the general ledger
• Preparing and keying journal entries
• Coordinating the preparation of operating budgets by working with the Controller, General Manager, and Vice President
• Communicating with site accounting personnel and Vice Presidents on a regular basis
• Responsible for monthly analytics of site information
• Monitoring and assisting site/department personnel with usage of financial systems and processes
• Managing site accounting personnel and/or Accountants within the Finance department
• Providing support as a resource to Accounting Assistant I & II and Accountant I & II when troubleshooting work
• May provide training or coaching on processes to Accounting Assistant I & II and Accountant I & II
• Providing backup support to Accounting Manager and other team members as needed
• Coordinating accounting matters with other departments

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (B.A. / B.S.) in Accounting or Finance required. MBA or CPA preferred. 4-6 years of experience in corporate finance or accounting with prior experience in a leadership role preferred. Experience with Microsoft applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Expertise in Excel. Proficient in use of accounting systems, Great Plains a plus.

Competencies

Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization. Communicate for Impact - Proactively communicate with all stakeholders throughout the life cycle of programs and projects. Influencing Others - Can quickly find common ground and can solve problems for the good of the organization with a minimal amount of noise. Authentically gains trust and support of peers. Managing Transitions/ Change Management - Effectively plans, manages and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders. Strategic Agility - Enable Kenco to remain competitive by adjusting and adapting to innovative ideas necessary to support Kenco's long-term organizational strategy.

Travel Requirements

This position is expected to travel approximately 25% or less. A passport is not required, but recommended.

Benefits Offered

Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts. Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury. Dental Insurance. Vision Insurance. Basic Life and Supplemental Life. Short Term and Long Term Disability. Paid Parental Leave. 401(k). Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment). Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.