Senior Operational Accounting Manager

Ryder • Fort Lauderdale, FL

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Operational Accounting Manager will be responsible for internal financial reporting, business finance support, and leading accounting projects, including the implementation of new GAAP standards, acquisition integrations, and IT transformation initiatives. This position reports directly to the Director of Operational Accounting.

Requirements

• Technical knowledge of GAAP; advanced level.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or Finance
• 8 years or more in Finance/Business, Required

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree, Preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the month-end close process, ensuring timeliness and accuracy across the company and internal departments.
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls and internal policies through review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Assist in prepare, analyze, and present segment financial results (monthly Flash Reports and quarterly reviews/sign offs) to senior management.
• Lead, supervise, and develop a high-performing team by recruiting, training, coaching, delegating responsibilities, and reviewing work to ensure high-quality output and adherence to deadlines.
• Respond promptly to requests from cross-functional departments regarding financial data.
• Drive continuous improvement and transformation initiatives in accounting and reporting processes, leveraging tools such as Workday, OfficeConnect, Workiva and Blackline.
• Partner with Corporate Reporting to support monthly and quarterly reporting, including cash flow schedules and financial analytics.
• Conduct technical accounting research, document conclusions, and support management review processes.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing required reports, analyses, and documentation.
• Take ownership of departmental goals, monitor progress, and implement improvements to ensure successful outcomes.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Lead or contribute to special projects and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees