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Pilot Company

Sr Accountant, Corporate Accounting

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In-Office
Houston, TX
Senior level
In-Office
Houston, TX
Senior level
The Sr Accountant in Corporate Accounting manages general ledger activities, prepares financial statements, ensures SOX compliance, and provides financial support and analysis.
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Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

** We are seeking applicants with a local presence in Houston, TX, or the surrounding communities.

The purpose of this Houston TX based job is to perform critical activities associated with general ledger, financial and operating reports and budget analysis while following SOX compliance processes.

  1. Perform high level accounting activities including preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements such as balance sheets, profit-and-loss statements and capital expenditure schedules
  2. Maintain controls and processes in compliance with Sarbanes Oxley
  3. Prepare, record, analyze and report accounting transactions and ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with accepted accounting policies and principles
  4. Provide financial support and prepare schedules in support of FP&A function.
  5. Conduct or assist in the documentation of high impact accounting projects and financial statement relationships
  6. Compile, consolidate and analyze accounting and finance information to produce financial statements and reports
  7. Complete reconciliation between ETRM system and general ledger. 
  8. Knowledge of mark to market accounting and the differences to GAAP
  9. Support External and Internal Auditors by providing documentation requests and explanations of underlying transactions.
  10. Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual variance analysis on balance sheet, profit-and loss statement and operational reports.
  11. Analyzing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and standards
  12. Developing and implementing changes to accounting systems.
  13. May coach, lead, and direct other’s work
  14. Perform special projects as assigned
  15. Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
  16. Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
  17. Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
  • Minimum five years’ experience in accounting or related field required
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills: advanced Excel skills required
  • Knowledge and detailed understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) preferred
  • FSM software strongly preferred
  • Familiarity with RightAngle or similar ETRM system strongly preferred
  • This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Additional Information

Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision

401(k) and Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Fuel Discount

Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Onsite Gym and Cafeteria

Weekly Pay

 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

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