Staff Accountant

Overview

Dohrn Transfer is your complete Midwestern transportation partner. We offer less-than-truckload, truckload and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Our family operated company provides the attention and flexibility that only a regional carrier can, backed by excellence in service and powerful logistical tools.

Purpose

To aid the Assistant Controller in keeping the accounting and financial processes of the company up to standard and ensure accurate financial reporting and control.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and in-house requirements
• Manage journal entries, invoices, etc, and reconcile accounts for the monthly or annual closing
• Assist in the preparation of budgets or forecasts
• Participate in preparation for the annual audit
• Help in the development of reports for management
• Build Financial and Operational reports for the needs of the business – prepared and ad hoc basis
• Design and present FP&A results and solutions to the Finance Department and key figures within the company
• Other Special Projects deemed by Finance or Executive Team
• Review the company’s accounting information to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances
• Utilize accounting IT system to facilitate processes and maintain records
• Assist in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with established best practices
• Support all aspects of accounting management
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
• Backup to AP and Payroll as needed

Assisting with process improvement for the Finance Department

Qualifications

• Valid Driver License
• Four year degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field is required
• Professional certification (CPA/CMA) is preferred
• Solid knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and regulations
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting, etc.)
• Understanding of data analysis and forecasting
• Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and accounting software
• Experience with Sage 100 accounting software is preferred
• Well-organized with ability to prioritize
• Very good communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Excellent attendance

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Primarily sedentary work, which involves sitting most of the time
• May be occasionally required to exert up to 10 pounds of force and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
• The general office environment is favorable; Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are minimal hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc; 
• Visual Acuity including regular use of items including a computer screen or monitor
• Manual dexterity is regularly required including fingering, grasping, and typing; manual dexterity includes repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and fingers
• Talking and hearing required to communicate with and listen to others to share or receive information; May be occasionally exposed to noise including telephone, office machinery, and conversations of others

Pay Range