Echo Global Logistics, Inc
Accounting Sr. Manager
Echo Global Logistics, Inc, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Echo is looking to immediately fill a role as the Accounting Senior Manager for our subsidiary, Roadtex Transportation, that was acquired in 2022. The role will be based in Chicago at Echo’s headquarters working alongside the Roadtex President and senior leadership team. This position will directly report to the Echo Corporate Controller and play a critical role in the overall success of the accounting department. This person will oversee the operational accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, and treasury functions at Roadtex as well as helping resolve ad hoc business requests to determine the appropriate course of action to ensure success throughout the organization. The position will be responsible for the month end close, reviewing account reconciliations, participating in special projects, and communicating business and financial metrics with senior leaders at Roadtex and Echo. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, proactive, and demonstrates high interpersonal skills to work across various functions within Roadtex and Echo.Responsibilities:Managing the month end close process from beginning to end.
Ownership of monthly financial reporting and maintaining business metrics to evaluate the company’s performance at a consolidated and terminal level.
Identify and establish best-practice accounting policies and procedures.
Review of balance sheet account reconciliations and income statement review to ensure proper account coding and accrual practices.
Manage weekly financial dashboards for management reporting.
Oversee treasury function and collaborate with treasurer on banking specific projects and ad hoc requests.
Manage Roadtex accounting team and communicate effectively with various team members.
Collaborate with Echo corporate office for ad hoc requests including the corporate FP&A team for financial metrics, data requests, and forecasts.
Fulfill documentation requests for audit and other compliance (business, legal, and insurance) requirements.
Reconciliation between TMS (ERP) system and accounting system.
Assistance with accounting software integration and process mapping.
Collaborates across functions including IT and operations to recommend solutions, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement projects to increase productivity and automation.
Creating a culture of continuous improvement for the accounting functions.
Requirements:CPA Required.
BA/BS Degree in Accounting.
7+ years of experience in public or corporate accounting.
Microsoft Great Plains experience is preferred.
Advanced Excel capabilities.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Team player, recognizes and supports team goals over individual goals.
Proactively takes ownership of assigned responsibilities and tasks.
Expert problem solving skills, is able to recognize and correct a potential accounting and business issues quickly and effectively.
Self-managed and motivated with a strong desire to succeed and achieve goals.
Solid written and oral communication skills.
Communicates effectively with various team members and executive management team.
What we offer:Competitive compensation package.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, and 401K.
Advancement Potential.
Volunteer opportunities.
Hybrid role between Echo Chicago office and remote working environment.
Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation management services. As a third-party logistics provider, we simplify transportation management for our clients and carriers, handling crucial tasks so they can focus on what they do best. From coast to coast, dock to dock, and across all major transportation modes, Echo connects businesses that need to ship their products with carriers who transport goods quickly, securely, and cost-effectively.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.About Us
Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation management services. As a third-party logistics provider, we at Echo Global Logistics, we’re in the business of simplifying transportation management. We didn’t become a Fortune 1000 company by chance. We got here because of our team members, who are unwavering in their pursuit to solve complex problems, provide exceptional service, and make an impact every day. Come join Echo and accelerate your career!Your recruiter will keep you informed on what that will look like for the role you are being considered for. During the recruiting process, our recruiting team will continue connecting with qualified candidates in a virtual setting and will have the option of in-office interviews depending on location and the role. For those who are joining the Echo family, your onboarding experience will also be conducted virtually until further notice.
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Ownership of monthly financial reporting and maintaining business metrics to evaluate the company’s performance at a consolidated and terminal level.
Identify and establish best-practice accounting policies and procedures.
Review of balance sheet account reconciliations and income statement review to ensure proper account coding and accrual practices.
Manage weekly financial dashboards for management reporting.
Oversee treasury function and collaborate with treasurer on banking specific projects and ad hoc requests.
Manage Roadtex accounting team and communicate effectively with various team members.
Collaborate with Echo corporate office for ad hoc requests including the corporate FP&A team for financial metrics, data requests, and forecasts.
Fulfill documentation requests for audit and other compliance (business, legal, and insurance) requirements.
Reconciliation between TMS (ERP) system and accounting system.
Assistance with accounting software integration and process mapping.
Collaborates across functions including IT and operations to recommend solutions, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement projects to increase productivity and automation.
Creating a culture of continuous improvement for the accounting functions.
Requirements:CPA Required.
BA/BS Degree in Accounting.
7+ years of experience in public or corporate accounting.
Microsoft Great Plains experience is preferred.
Advanced Excel capabilities.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Team player, recognizes and supports team goals over individual goals.
Proactively takes ownership of assigned responsibilities and tasks.
Expert problem solving skills, is able to recognize and correct a potential accounting and business issues quickly and effectively.
Self-managed and motivated with a strong desire to succeed and achieve goals.
Solid written and oral communication skills.
Communicates effectively with various team members and executive management team.
What we offer:Competitive compensation package.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, and 401K.
Advancement Potential.
Volunteer opportunities.
Hybrid role between Echo Chicago office and remote working environment.
Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation management services. As a third-party logistics provider, we simplify transportation management for our clients and carriers, handling crucial tasks so they can focus on what they do best. From coast to coast, dock to dock, and across all major transportation modes, Echo connects businesses that need to ship their products with carriers who transport goods quickly, securely, and cost-effectively.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.About Us
Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation management services. As a third-party logistics provider, we at Echo Global Logistics, we’re in the business of simplifying transportation management. We didn’t become a Fortune 1000 company by chance. We got here because of our team members, who are unwavering in their pursuit to solve complex problems, provide exceptional service, and make an impact every day. Come join Echo and accelerate your career!Your recruiter will keep you informed on what that will look like for the role you are being considered for. During the recruiting process, our recruiting team will continue connecting with qualified candidates in a virtual setting and will have the option of in-office interviews depending on location and the role. For those who are joining the Echo family, your onboarding experience will also be conducted virtually until further notice.
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