Accountant

Knichel Logistics•Cranberry Township, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Knichel Logistics is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to support the financial operations of our growing logistics business. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting month-end close, and managing accounting processes in a high-volume freight environment. The ideal candidate has experience in transportation or logistics accounting, strong knowledge of GAAP, and hands-on experience with revenue and cost recognition related to freight movements. Experience with Sage Intacct and transportation management systems (TMS) is highly preferred.

Requirements

3–7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in transportation, logistics, or a high-volume operational environment
Experience with Sage Intacct strongly preferred
Understanding of intermodal, truckload (FTL), and LTL operations is a plus
Strong knowledge of GAAP and accrual-based accounting
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail with strong communication and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities
Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger in accordance with GAAP
Support financial statement preparation and variance analysis
Apply over-time revenue recognition principles for freight movements from dispatch through delivery
Accrue revenue for delivered but unbilled shipments
Accrue carrier costs for loads moved but not yet invoiced
Ensure accurate matching of revenue and expenses by load and reporting period
Reconcile operational TMS data to financial records
Monitor AR aging and assist with collections and discrepancy resolution
Review carrier invoices against contracted rates and shipment details
Investigate and resolve billing and cost discrepancies
Partner with operations and pricing teams to validate load-level profitability, accessorial charges, and fuel surcharge calculations
Analyze gross margin performance by customer, lane, and mode (Intermodal, FTL, and LTL)
Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, AR/AP subledgers, and prepaid expenses
Assist with internal management reporting, including borrowing base and bank reporting, gross margin analysis, revenue per load metrics, and cost trend analysis
Utilize Sage Intacct for transaction processing and financial reporting
Maintain data integrity between accounting and transportation systems
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and reporting accuracy
Assist with annual audit coordination and external reporting requests