Staff Accountant

Working at Purolator International is more than a job. It's an opportunity to be part of a winning team and to contribute to the success of our growing company. Purolator International is a leading U.S. based supply chain logistics solutions provider specializing in the air and ground forwarding of express, freight and parcel shipments, customs brokerage, and fulfillment and delivery services to, from and within North America. We are a subsidiary of Purolator Inc., Canada’s largest leading integrated freight, package, and logistics solutions provider. You can learn more about us on YouTube and LinkedIn.

When we say we’re the best, we’re not just tooting our own horn. We’re incredibly proud of the many awards we’ve won for shipping to, from, and within Canada.

Purolator International provides a “Best in Class” Total Rewards package to employees and their families.

• Medical & Prescription Drugs (80% premium paid by Employer)
• Employer Funded Health Savings Account (H.S.A)
• Dental and Vision plans
• Employer funded Short/Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness Plans
• Retirement Plan Employer Contribution (50% Match up to 8% of Your Eligible Salary)
• Annual Bonus Incentive Plan
• Paid Time Off Including: 15 Vacation Days, 10 Sick Days, 4 Personal Days
• Paid Holidays
• 100% Paid Extended Parental/Maternity Leave Program
• 100% subsidized pay Military/Reserves Leave Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Program
• Identify Theft Protection Discount Program
• Pet Insurance Discount Program
  
  

We also offer social responsibility initiatives covering a wide range of business aspects and employee relationships such as supporting local communities, educating, and empowering workers, promoting gender equality and minorities, reducing our footprint, etc.

Description

The Staff Accountant works under the supervision of the Financial Analysis Manager, ensuring the accuracy of the financial data being reported is in accordance with general accounting rules and standards. This position maintains financial reports, records, and general ledgers; prepares and analyzes budgets; and performs general bookkeeping.

The schedule for this role is Monday - Friday 8:30am -5:00pm, EST. This is a hybrid role with 3 days being in the office, Tuesday - Thursday.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute weekly revenue reports.
• Perform weekly revenue reconciliations to General Ledger.
• Prepare and Process various Expense data feeds into PI Expense database for out of system paid transportation transactions.
• Support Freight Audit supervisor by monitoring and managing transportation expense vendor aging report.
• Prepare and distribute monthly revenue and expense reports to field.
• Prepare revenue, indirect expense accruals and other journal entries.
• SAP general ledger expense analysis.
• Assist in month-end closing processes.
• Adhoc revenue and expense reporting where needed.
• Assist in special projects and adhoc requests as needed.
• Carry out other duties as appropriate and as assigned by his/her Manager.
  
  

Education

• College Degree with Accounting major and/or 3-5 Accountant experience
  
  

Experience

• 3-5 years Accountant Experience
• Transportation / Logistics industry experience a plus
• Advanced MS Excel (pivot tables and v-lookups)
• Must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal & written
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced/demanding environment
• Strong computer & analytical skills
• Candidate should be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
  
  

To support state laws, the base pay range for this role is $65,906 - $79,912. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on various factors such as job-related knowledge, and relevant skills and experience.

Purolator International values diverse perspective and life experiences. Purolator International encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, people who identify as LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Candidates applying will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Purolator International participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program www.e-verify.gov.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the Company’s lawful preemployment checks, which may include background and reference checks, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.