Accountant

Accountant Position at Knichel Logistics

Knichel Logistics is a fast-growing, woman-owned, non-asset transportation and logistics provider delivering intermodal, truckload, and LTL solutions across North America. We partner with Class I railroads, motor carriers, and customers to provide reliable, efficient freight movement backed by a culture rooted in our core values: Customer Obsessed, Team Focused, Be Valuable, Do the Right Thing.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented professionals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a visible impact within a dynamic organization.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to support the financial operations of our growing logistics business. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting month-end close, and managing accounting processes in a high-volume freight environment. The ideal candidate has experience in transportation or logistics accounting, strong knowledge of GAAP, and hands-on experience with revenue and cost recognition related to freight movements. Experience with Sage Intacct and transportation management systems (TMS) is highly preferred.

What You'll Do

General Accounting

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger in accordance with GAAP
• Support financial statement preparation and variance analysis

Revenue & Cost Recognition

• Apply over-time revenue recognition principles for freight movements from dispatch through delivery
• Accrue revenue for delivered but unbilled shipments
• Accrue carrier costs for loads moved but not yet invoiced
• Ensure accurate matching of revenue and expenses by load and reporting period
• Reconcile operational TMS data to financial records

Accounts Receivable & Payable Support

• Monitor AR aging and assist with collections and discrepancy resolution
• Review carrier invoices against contracted rates and shipment details
• Investigate and resolve billing and cost discrepancies

Freight & Operations Analysis

• Partner with operations and pricing teams to validate: Load-level profitability, accessorial charges, fuel surcharge calculations
• Analyze gross margin performance by customer, lane, and mode (Intermodal, FTL, and LTL)

Reconciliations & Reporting

• Perform monthly reconciliations for: Bank accounts, AR/AP subledgers, prepaid expenses
• Assist with internal management reporting, including: Borrowing base and bank reporting, gross margin analysis, revenue per load metrics, cost trend analysis

Systems & Process Improvement

• Utilize Sage Intacct for transaction processing and financial reporting
• Maintain data integrity between accounting and transportation systems
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and reporting accuracy
• Assist with annual audit coordination and external reporting requests

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 3–7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in transportation, logistics, or a high-volume operational environment
• Experience with Sage Intacct strongly preferred
• Understanding of intermodal, truckload (FTL), and LTL operations is a plus
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accrual-based accounting
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail with strong communication and collaboration skills

Why Join Knichel Logistics?

• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Opportunity to make a visible impact in a growing organization
• Broad exposure to leadership and cross-functional teams
• Modern office space located on the Westinghouse campus in Cranberry Township, PA
• Stable, growth-focused company with strong industry relationships
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Additional company-sponsored benefits
• Paid time off and holidays