Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Senior Accountant to help deliver accurate, relevant, and timely financial information to both our external investors and internal stakeholders. They will assist with the financial reporting process, perform financial analysis, and play a critical role in the monthly review of results. They will also be responsible for general ledger accounts and will take ownership of assigned departmental focus areas and/or projects. This role demands effective communication skills, a strong attention to detail and a solution-oriented approach to tackle roadblocks and ensure operational excellence and a commitment to best practice. The Senior Accountant continuously improves accounting operations while maintaining effective internal controls.

At C.H. Robinson, we're firm believers in the power of in-person collaboration to fuel innovation and propel success. In this role, you will engage with peers on-site four days a week, igniting creativity and driving impactful results. With the flexibility for remote work one day a week, this role strikes the perfect balance between teamwork and autonomy.

Duties And Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of this position consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Analyze financial results and fluctuations, investigate variances, and ensure balances are recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to enable an accurate and timely month end close
• Assists with internal and external audit requests
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, procedures, and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) internal control requirements
• Proactively seeks additional responsibilities as existing workload is optimized and automated away
• Partner with cross functional teams to support accounting matters, transactions, and reporting needs
• Initiates, organizes, and leads team meetings, working sessions, and project-based check-ins
• Execute financial reporting queries and analyses that support financial statements, disclosures, and accounting processes
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across accounting workflows
• Provide guidance, coaching, and best-practice knowledge sharing to less experienced team members

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience
• Minimum 2 years of prior audit experience in a public accounting firm

Preferred:

• Experience with Oracle Financials Cloud and other cloud-based Oracle solutions
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting concepts
• Experience with business process optimization or continuous improvement in an accounting environment
• CPA, CMA, or relevant professional certification (active or inactive, from any jurisdiction)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to act and operate independently to accomplish objectives while taking accountability for work product
• Ability to work within a team and collaborate well across departments and functions
• Accountability to protect organizational value by keeping information confidential
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

Compensation Range

$77,200.00 - $122,300.00

The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Equal Opportunity

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We're committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

EOE\Disabled\Veteran

Benefits

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Three medical plans which include
• Prescription drug coverage
• Enhanced Fertility benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid observed holidays
• 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community
• Charitable Giving Match Program
• 401(k) with 6% company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities