Controller/Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Date posted: October 17, 2025

Pay: $68,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Job description:

Position Summary

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, proactive In-House Accountant to manage the day-to-day accounting operations of a multi-location travel center business. The ideal candidate is experienced in retail and fuel operations accounting, capable of handling complex reconciliations, and able to produce clear financial insights that support decision-making at both the site and corporate level. Pay range is based on experience.

This position combines hands-on transactional work with higher-level financial oversight — ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all business units.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Manage all general ledger activity, journal entries, and monthly closings.
• Maintain accounting records for multiple locations, including C-store, fuel, and restaurant divisions.
• Reconcile daily sales, fuel inventories, bank accounts, and credit card deposits.
• Oversee vendor payments, purchase orders, and accounts payable.
• Track receivables and coordinate collections with internal teams or customers.
• Process payroll or review outsourced payroll reports for accuracy.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor profit margins, fuel costs, shrink, and operating expenses by site.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Develop dashboards or reports that give management real-time visibility into performance.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with state and federal tax regulations, including sales tax, fuel tax, and payroll tax.
• Work with external CPA firm on annual tax filings and monthly support.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls over cash handling and inventory management.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Utilize accounting and POS integrations to streamline reporting and reduce manual data entry.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements or system upgrades.
• Support software transitions (QuickBooks).

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting &/or Finance required.
• Experience: 3+ years in accounting, preferably in retail, fuel, hospitality, or multi-entity environments. Public accounting experience is a plus.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency with QuickBooks or similar systems.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze large data sets.
• Familiarity with fuel inventory systems, POS data (e.g., Petrosoft, Verifone, Gilbarco’s Passport, etc.), and integrated reporting tools.
• Other Skills:
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical ability.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) 4% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)
• Public Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person