Job description

Leonard's Express, Inc. is expanding our operations in Farmington, NY. We are looking for a Corporate Accountant to help us prepare and manage our financial health information for the entire Leonard's Express Family of Companies. The ideal candidate can handle a fast-paced environment, which challenges you daily. To compensate for the hard work we offer competitive pay, benefits, and more.

What is in it for you?

• Awesome work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical (Excellus Blue Cross/Blue Shield), prescription drug, vision, dental plan and a wellness program
• Full Time
• Day Shift
• $70K to $78K per year based on experience
• Company Paid Life Insurance Coverage
• 401K with up to 5% match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Who is the ideal candidate?

• BS degree or higher in Accounting with a focus on logistics
• Five or more years of experience working in accounting
• Fully proficient with software like Great Plains and MS Excel

Don't worry, we will also consider applicants who are/have:

• Combination of education & experience in accounting or related fields

We prefer candidates who meet the above requirement and can:

• Work in a fast-paced environment and be flexible in adapting to changes in workflow
• Display excellent phone and customer service skills
• Demonstrate the ability to track fine details while not losing focus on the big picture

*** This position is paid weekly ***

Full Job Details Follow:

The Corporate Accountant is responsible for preparing, maintaining, and providing to other members of management, information regarding the financial health of Leonard’s Express, Inc. and its subsidiaries. All job duties must be performed in a way that promotes safe practices in accordance with Leonard’s Express Inc. established safety programs.

Essential Duties

• Reconciles bank accounts
• Records payroll transactions
• Reviews and authorizes accounts payable entries
• Assists controller with preparing documentation for annual external audits of accounting procedures, and works with auditors throughout the process
• Maintains records and compliance with lease accounting standards
• Maintains compliance with State and Federal taxing authorities

Other Duties

• Prepares lead schedule for External Accountants
• Prepares intercompany invoices
• Maintains fixed asset schedule for Leonard’s
• Makes scheduled estimated tax payments
• Completes other governmental reports as requested (i.e. U.S. Census)
• Maintains documents within all states that the companies operate in to keep companies in good standing
• Works with Financial Analyst to prepare projections/financial modeling

Required Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of general accounting and the application of general accounting theory
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Displays organizational and planning skills
• Robust problem analysis and problem solving
• Managerial skills and experience

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Great Plains

Physical and Environmental

The Corporate Accountant is primarily located in a climate controlled office environment with moderate noise level, but may experience other physical environments while traveling. Physical requirements include:

• Using computer hardware and software for extended periods of time (repetitive motion)
• Sitting for long periods of time
• Occasionally required to stand and walk
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

This position offers an excellent benefits package including 401K, health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and more.

How to Apply

You may apply by using the link in this ad or by calling us at 585-869-3128.

About Us

Leonard’s Express is a family owned transportation provider located in Farmington, NY with additional offices located throughout the United States. We provide transportation solutions for a wide range of customers that encompass many industries. With our nationwide footprint of offices, we are prepared to tailor a solution to fit our clients specific supply chain needs. With our state of the art technology and our dedicated staff, Leonard’s Express is willing and able to provide customers with dependable, diversified and creative solutions that are responsive and cost-effective.

Our company offers a variety of unique and exciting professional opportunities here in New York plus, Delaware, North Carolina, Idaho and across the nation. At Leonard’s you will be joining a team of highly skilled and dedicated individuals. Whether you have a background in Class A driving, customer service, finance, human resources, information technology, maintenance, operations, recruiting, sales, settlements, or safety we have a role for you.

Leonard's Express is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Farmington, NY 14425: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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