Sr. Accountant - Financial Reporting & Accounting

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredient in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family that will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.

The Senior Accountant – Financial Reporting & Accounting will be primarily responsible for supporting the monthly and quarterly financial close process, including the preparation, reconciliations, and analysis of financial data. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial results in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. The role also supports the preparation of external filings and financial disclosures and will work closely with both internal teams and external auditors. In addition to the financial reporting and monthly close responsibilities, this role will be in charge of the accounting related to certain employee compensation and benefit plans.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the monthly and quarterly financial close process, including preparing and posting journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and analyzing trends.
• Assist with the accounting and reporting for stock-based compensation, bonuses, and benefit related accruals.
• Analyze accounting information and provide accurate and timely analysis when participating in monthly financial trend meetings with senior management.
• Assist with preparation and maintain support for the Company’s SEC filings, including the quarterly and annual reports on Form 10-Q and 10-K, Form 11-K for the Company’s 401(k) retirement plan and annual Proxy.
• Develop and maintain documentation for key accounting policies, procedures, financial reporting calendars, and key controls in accordance with internal standards for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Communicate with the external auditors on financial statements and accounting matters to ensure auditor agreement with Company decisions on accounting disclosures and issues.
• Work cross-functionally with accounting, payroll and human resource teams and other various departments in the Company to complete tasks.
• Protect the organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
• Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives related to financial systems, reporting processes and automation.

Job Qualifications

Education:  

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• CPA or CPA-track preferred

Required Experience:

• 3 to 5 years of overall accounting experience with 2+ years of public accounting experience preferred
• SEC reporting experience preferred
• Strong understanding of U.S. general accepted accounting principles
• Knowledge of accounting practices and departmental processes
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong project management skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize duties
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with accounting and general ledger systems (SAP preferred)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Ability to thoroughly research and document new and existing accounting guidance

Working Days:

Working Shift:

Work Days and Shift are estimates and are subject to change, at any given time, based on job scheduling and/or business levels. Any information listed regarding Days and Shifts shall be considered a guideline of expectations for the specific position at the time of posting.

Join the OD Family Today!

As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:

• Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
• Vision & Dental
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
• Training and growth opportunities to build a career
• We prioritize our OD family of employees
• Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
• National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).

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