Accountant
Trident Transport • Chattanooga, Tennessee • Full Time
Posted on Thu, May 7, 2026
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Staff Accountant to join our accounting department. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of accounting tasks, including maintaining financial records, preparing financial reports, and performing account reconciliations. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial data, supporting our team with financial planning, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and update financial records and general ledger accounts, including preparing journal entries.
- Assist with the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
- Prepare financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting by providing data analysis and interpretation.
- Help prepare documentation for external audits and ensure compliance with GAAP.
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and discrepancies, recommending solutions for process improvement.
- Collaborate with other departments to support financial planning and address finance-related inquiries.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) and accounting software such as QuickBooks or SAP.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1-2 years experience as an entry level accountant.
- Transportation experience a plus but not required.