Director of Accounting Company:

8Loop Logistics, Inc.

Location:

Ooltewah, Tennessee Employment Type:

Full-Time Schedule:

Monday-Friday Compensation:

Competitive salary, based on experience

Target Start Date:

As soon as possible About 8Loop Logistics 8Loop Logistics is a growing transportation and logistics company with offices, terminals, warehouses, and operational capabilities throughout the United States. From our logistics headquarters in Ooltewah, Tennessee, we provide transportation, freight management, warehousing, and specialized logistics solutions to customers across multiple industries. Our continued growth requires disciplined financial management, accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and an accounting leader who understands the urgency and complexity of transportation operations. Position Overview The Director of Accounting will lead the company's day-to-day accounting functions and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of its financial records and reporting. This position will oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer billing, carrier settlements, bank reconciliations, cash reporting, month-end closing, financial statement preparation, and internal accounting controls. The Director of Accounting will work closely with executive leadership, operations, sales, and administrative personnel to improve financial visibility, strengthen processes, and support responsible company growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who can manage both high-level financial reporting and detailed transactional work. Experience in transportation, freight brokerage, trucking, warehousing, or logistics is strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities Accounting Leadership and Oversight Direct and manage the company's accounting operations and financial reporting processes. Maintain accurate and complete general ledger records. Establish and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with applicable accounting standards. Supervise, develop, and support accounting and administrative team members. Identify accounting risks, process weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement. Support executive leadership with timely financial information and practical business analysis. Knowledge of Revenova and Leap, a big plus. Financial Reporting and Month-End Close Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes. Prepare and review income statements, balance sheets, cash-flow reports, and supporting schedules. Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies. Produce management reports that clearly explain financial performance, trends, and variances. Monitor revenue, gross profit, operating expenses, working capital, and cash position. Assist leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. Develop departmental, customer, mode, and operational profitability reporting when appropriate. Accounts Receivable and Customer Billing Oversee customer invoicing and ensure shipments are billed accurately and promptly. Verify that required documents—including bills of lading, proofs of delivery, rate confirmations, and accessorial documentation—are received and properly maintained. Monitor accounts-receivable aging and support aggressive collection efforts. Investigate billing disputes, short payments, deductions, and customer account discrepancies. Coordinate with operations and sales to resolve documentation and invoicing issues. Maintain accurate customer payment records and credit information. Recommend credit limits, payment terms, and collection actions based on account history and risk. Accounts Payable and Carrier Settlements Oversee vendor invoices, carrier settlements, payment approvals, and supporting documentation. Confirm carrier charges align with approved rates, shipment records, accessorials, and contractual terms. Maintain payment controls and ensure payments are properly authorized. Monitor payment holds involving claims, service failures, missing documentation, or unresolved disputes. Reconcile carrier and vendor statements. Coordinate with operations and claims personnel regarding deductions, offsets, and disputed charges. Ensure accurate and timely payment processing while protecting company cash flow. Cash Management and Reconciliation Monitor daily cash activity and prepare cash-position reporting for leadership. Perform or review bank, credit-card, loan, and other balance-sheet reconciliations. Assist with cash-flow forecasting and short-term funding requirements. Maintain controls over electronic payments, ACH transactions, wires, checks, and account access. Track customer receipts and ensure payments are properly applied. Identify unusual activity, duplicate payments, or discrepancies and address them promptly. Compliance, Tax, and Audit Support Coordinate with outside accountants, tax professionals, auditors, lenders, insurance representatives, and other financial partners. Prepare schedules and documentation for tax filings, financial reviews, audits, and lender requests. Support compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements. Maintain organized financial records and documentation-retention practices. Assist with payroll reporting, contractor documentation, and year-end reporting as assigned. Ensure sensitive financial and employee information is handled confidentially. Systems and Process Improvement Improve accounting workflows, approval processes, reporting structures, and documentation standards. Support integration between the company's transportation-management system, accounting platform, banking systems, and other operational tools. Reduce manual entry, duplicate processes, billing delays, and reconciliation errors. Develop standardized reports, checklists, closing schedules, and accounting procedures. Partner with operations and sales leadership to improve shipment-level profitability and cost visibility. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, preferred or an equivalent in work experience in this field At least five years of progressive accounting experience. Previous experience managing month-end closing, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general-ledger accounting. Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, accruals, financial statements, and internal controls. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience using accounting software, enterprise-resource-planning systems, or similar financial platforms. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High degree of accuracy, professionalism, discretion, and accountability. Preferred Qualifications Accounting leadership experience within transportation, freight brokerage, trucking, warehousing, supply chain, or third-party logistics. Experience with transportation-management systems and shipment-level financial reporting. Understanding of customer freight billing, carrier settlements, accessorial charges, claims, deductions, and payment holds. Experience managing or developing accounting personnel. Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow management, audits, and tax preparation. CPA, CMA, MBA, or other relevant professional credential. Experience working with a growing or privately held business. Success in This Position The successful Director of Accounting will: Produce accurate and timely financial reports. Establish a disciplined monthly closing process. Improve visibility into revenue, margins, expenses, and cash flow. Strengthen billing, collection, payment, and reconciliation procedures. Reduce unresolved accounting discrepancies and aged receivables. Develop practical controls without unnecessarily slowing operations. Communicate financial information clearly to executives and non-accounting personnel. Balance strategic leadership with a willingness to work directly in the details. Compensation and Benefits 8Loop Logistics offers: Competitive salary based on experience. Health, dental, vision, and life-insurance options. Paid time off. Paid company holidays. Professional development and advancement opportunities. A meaningful leadership role within a growing transportation and logistics company. How to Apply Submit your resume and cover letter to: Nathan Fletcher Nathan.

Fletcher@8looplogistics.com Please include Director of Accounting in the subject line. Equal Opportunity Employer 8Loop Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities so they can perform the essential functions of the position.

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Accounting:

5 years (Required)

Location:

Ooltewah, TN 37363 (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person