Sr. Manager, Accounting

See yourself at Odyssey.

Join the team as our new Sr. Manager, Accounting!

Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring

Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation (Odyssey) is a global logistics provider. Our adaptive approach to solving modern logistics challenges differentiates us in the markets we serve. Odyssey Logistics & Technology’s specialized multimodal expertise is the strategic foundation that provides clients with a full-service offering across our four operating divisions including intermodal, freight forwarding, transport & warehousing, and managed services.

Odyssey’s multimodal services offer cost-effective, end-to-end freight solutions equipped to deliver on evolving customer requirements.  Combined, Odyssey delivers innovative, high-value logistics services & technology solutions to support diverse customer requirements. In addition to being certified by the American Chemistry Council as a Responsible Care® partner company we consistently exceed customer expectations by integrating analytics, carrier relationships, specialized assets, sustainability strategies and deep international expertise. Our unique approach ensures that customer shipments keep moving at full speed, even in the face of ever-changing market headwinds.

Based in vibrant Charlotte, NC Odyssey is on a journey to constantly innovate logistics. We’re actively recruiting for this key, high profile role in the company because we have experienced tremendous growth and would love for you to join us!

Visit us at: www.OdysseyLogistics.com/careers

About the Job:

The Senior Manager, Accounting will have the primary responsibility of performing in-depth month-end duties for several business units, in accordance with established Company policies and procedures.

In This Role, You Will:

• Management and oversight of direct reporting employees including performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Facilitate monthly financial closing in accordance with the timelines and processes established.
• Review monthly account reconciliations.
• Participate in the continual improvement and development of processes, procedures and training documentation.
• Assist Corporate with local non-income tax filings.
• Assist with annual insurance and financial audits.
• Assist with annual budget preparation.
• Evaluate subsidiary journals for obvious errors and omissions and enter corrected data into general ledger.
• Collaborate with Corporate FP&A team on financial preparation and analysis.
• Cross-functionally train within the department to provide back-up to the Controller, and other positions as needed.
• Participate in meetings, training sessions, etc. as needed and required.
• Participate in the recruitment of department staffing or the division with approvals from the executive leadership teams.
• All other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications:

We recognize not all applicants have every skill or qualification to match a job description exactly. Odyssey values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets most of the required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business management is required; CPA preferred.
• Minimum of seven years of previous relevant experience in an accounting position is required.
• Blend of public and private accounting is preferred.
• Previous work experience within transportation and logistics strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Oracle finance platform preferred.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in Microsoft Excel (i.e., filters, pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.).

Location:

• This is an in-office role with a hybrid schedule in Charlotte, NC.

Travel:

• Approximately 10% travel will be required.

We offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Choice of medical plans with FSA, HRA and HSA options
• Company-paid dental and life/disability Plans
• 401K with company match
• Preferred vendor discounts
• Competitive Paid Time Off

No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

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