Sr. Accounting Specialist

Lakeside HR Group•Eagan, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeside HR Group has been engaged by our client to recruit a Sr. Accounting Specialist to join their team. Our client is a full-service transportation provider specializing in multi-modal freight solutions, including LTL, partial load, and truckload shipments. The business operates in a fast-paced, service-driven environment focused on finding smart, reliable freight solutions through a broad carrier network. As a Sr. Accounting Specialist you will oversee the financial and people operations of the brokerage, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and a consistent employee experience. This role manages all core accounting functions; including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting; and serves as a strategic partner to leadership by providing timely insights that support informed decision-making. The Sr. Accounting Specialist maintains the systems, controls, and processes that keep the business running efficiently and compliantly.

Requirements

3 plus years of progressive accounting experience
associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in a brokerage, transportation, or fast-paced operational environment
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong understanding of accounting principles, payroll processes, and financial controls
Exceptionally detail-oriented with accuracy as a top priority
Independently motivated with a strong sense of ownership over the role and department
Growth and improvement mindset, with a focus on efficiency and future automation
Comfortable respectfully challenging leadership and contributing to decision-making
Collaborative work style with the ability to lead and train others
Highly organized and efficient, able to manage high transaction volumes during peak periods
Adaptable and calm under pressure in a fast-paced, changing environment

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, and monthly close
Prepare and analyze financial statements, cash flow reports, and key metrics for leadership
Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements, coordinate with external CPAs or auditors
Oversee accurate billing, collections, invoicing, and freight bill reconciliation
Monitor AR aging, escalate past-due accounts, and support customer credit reviews
Manage vendor payments to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and cash flow alignment
Process or oversee payroll, ensuring proper classification and regulatory compliance
Reconcile payroll, benefits, bonuses, commissions, and other compensation expenses
Track PTO and variable pay to ensure a consistent and accurate employee experience
Maintain and improve accounting systems and internal controls to ensure data integrity
Support implementation or upgrades of accounting and TMS-integrated systems
Document and refine SOPs while identifying opportunities for efficiency and automation
Serve as a trusted financial partner to leadership, providing insights and recommendations
Take ownership of accounting operations and proactively identify risks and improvements
Lead, train, and collaborate with team members to support business growth