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We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to oversee core accounting operations and help ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in Amherst, New York. This role plays a key part in closing activities, ledger integrity, and cross-functional issue resolution related to revenue, costs, and payment activity. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide team members while improving financial processes and data quality.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly and annual close processes by preparing and reviewing journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for financial reporting.
• Oversee the general ledger to confirm transactions are recorded accurately and align with organizational accounting standards and internal policies.
• Compare freight-related revenue, carrier expenses, margins, and shipment details across operational and accounting systems to ensure consistency and completeness.
• Partner with operations and finance colleagues to research and resolve discrepancies involving invoicing, payments, profitability, and transactional data.
• Manage reconciliation efforts for customer and carrier accounts and address complex payment concerns requiring escalation.
• Provide support for external audits, tax-related submissions, lender reporting, and information requests from outside accounting partners.
• Contribute to cash management activities by assisting with forecasting and monitoring short-term financial needs.
• Recommend and help implement process improvements that strengthen automation, reporting accuracy, and alignment between financial and transportation data.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff as assigned, offering guidance on daily work and career development.
• Carry out additional accounting and finance responsibilities as business needs evolve.