What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Landstar?
What is Landstar?
Landstar stands for safe, secure and reliable transportation services delivered by our unique network of small business owners. Independent agents and capacity providers operating under the Landstar umbrella enjoy the strength and support of one of the industry's most stable and successful companies. Our network of independent entrepreneurs provide customers with personalized service at the local level with the global reach and resources of a multi-billion dollar company.
Location: Hybrid Jacksonville
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am-4pm
Salaried Exempt
What work will you perform?
As Staff Accountant II, you will play an important role in supporting the financial strength and success of Landstar. You will utilize your accounting expertise to maintain accurate financial records, prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, support month-end close activities, and analyze financial data that drives business decisions. This role offers the opportunity to expand your accounting experience in the transportation and logistics industry, including fixed assets reconciliation. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented problem solvers who enjoy analyzing financial information, improving processes, and working independently while also benefiting from the tenure and supportive culture within the department.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Assist with monthly accounting close activities, maintain general ledger account reconciliations, and perform financial analysis.
- Research and resolve reconciling transactions.
- Support special month and year end projects and process improvement initiatives as needed.
- Prepare account analyses and financial reports.
- Perform day to day operational accounting functions, analysis, and prepare journal entries.
Required Minimum Experience and Education:
- 2 years of accounting experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Preferred Experience and Education:
- 6 months of experience in transportation or logistics
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Intermediate working knowledge of Excel including pivot tables
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Working knowledge of iSeries, Access, Epicor, and Express Trak.
- Account reconciliation and general ledger experience.
- Knowledge of tracking and accounting for fixed assets.
Why work at Landstar?
Landstar is seeking hard-working and dedicated employees committed to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. We employ a highly diverse workforce and welcome employees from all cultures and backgrounds to our team.
Our workplace culture is second-to-none. Landstar provides a safe and professional work environment in which to thrive and grow. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefit plans including affordable medical plans, employer 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition assistance and much more.
If you want to be part of a top-notch transportation company with an emphasis on safety, service, teamwork, and dedication then Landstar is the place for you!
Landstar is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Landstar will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should send an e-mail to employment@landstar.com.
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