Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

We're in a fast‑paced industry and our support team is growing. This Staff Accountant position will assist the Controller and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in the accounting close and reporting process for Backhaul Direct.

An innovative 3PL provider committed to managing, streamlining, and delivering effective freight solutions. Since 2004 Backhaul Direct has evolved from a small start‑up to a major domestic and international logistics provider.

• Ownership of the accounts payable function, including invoice processing, month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end book closing.
• Specialize in payments—check requests, ACH, wire transfers—ensuring accurate coding, documentation and timely approval within thresholds.
• Import and verify financial data from the international ERP and TMS operational systems sent by carriers into the accounting platform.
• Review and analyze carrier data to validate aging reports against TMS and ERP systems and reconcile billing processes.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing processes.
• Monitor and reconcile transportation and logistics‑related expenses (fuel, freight, warehousing, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Collaborate with operations teams to track and report cost allocations related to shipments, carriers, and warehousing.
• Assist with external audits and provide documentation as needed.
• Support the Controller with financial reporting and compliance tasks.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Provide backup coverage for accounts payable and receivable functions during absences and peak volume periods.
• Participate in various ad‑hoc accounting projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 1‑3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proven customer service and accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Net Suite, Quick Books) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Familiarity with corporate finance principles and practices.
• Self‑starter with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic and desire for continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.

• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS).
• Knowledge of cost accounting and freight expense reconciliation.
• Experience in a 3PL, logistics, or sales organization.

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
• Nonexistent dress code.
• Robust benefit packages (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) match, PTO, paid holidays).
• Internal growth opportunities for high performers.

Backhaul Direct provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.