Senior Financial Analyst
Location: Kernersville NC (In-Office)
Department: Finance
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Position Summary
BEST Logistics Group is seeking a highly analytical results-driven Senior Financial Analyst to join our Accounting & Finance team. This individual will serve as a strategic business partner across our seven operating divisions providing financial analysis reporting forecasting and operational analysis as well as performing many accounting responsibilities related to month-end close internal and external financial reporting and financial controls.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in helping leadership make data-driven decisions that improve profitability operational efficiency and long-term growth.
This position is based in our corporate office will report directly to the CFO while working closely with the Controller and other business leaders.
Essential Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
Develop monthly quarterly and annual financial reports for executive leadership.
Analyze revenue operating expenses profitability margins and key performance indicators across all seven business divisions.
Prepare financial forecasts and long-range financial models.
Perform variance analysis while providing actionable recommendations.
Identify trends risks and opportunities that improve financial performance.
Support strategic planning initiatives acquisitions capital investments and business expansion efforts.
Partner with operational leaders to evaluate financial performance and improve decision-making.
Develop dashboards and reporting tools that provide meaningful operational insights.
Accounting Responsibilities
Assist the Controller and Asst. Controller in the monthly quarterly and year-end close processes.
Prepare and review journal entries reconciliations and financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company accounting policies.
Strengthen internal controls and recommend process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce financial risk.
Assist with annual audits and coordinate requests from external auditors.
Review balance sheet reconciliations and monitor financial integrity across all divisions.
Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
Support tax reporting and compliance requirements in coordination with external partners.
Maintain consistency in accounting practices across multiple operating companies.
Operational & Systems Analysis
Utilize Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains to analyze financial data improve reporting and support accounting operations.
Partner with operational leaders utilizing McLeod Software (TMS) to evaluate transportation profitability customer margins fleet utilization and operational performance.
Identify opportunities to streamline or automate financial reporting processes and improve data integrity between systems.
Develop ad hoc financial analyses to support executive decision-making.
Leadership & Team Management
Foster strong partnerships across Finance Operations Human Resources Safety and Executive Leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or related field.
3 years of progressive experience in accounting finance FP&A or corporate finance.
Experience performing Controller or Assistant Controller responsibilities.
Strong understanding of financial reporting budgeting forecasting and internal controls.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables advanced formulas and financial modeling.
Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
CPA CMA or MBA preferred.
Experience within the transportation trucking logistics or supply chain industry.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains.
Experience with McLeod Software.
Experience with Paycom HRIS and Payroll.
Experience supporting multiple business entities or divisions.
Key Competencies
Strategic Financial Analysis
Budgeting & Forecasting
Financial Reporting
Design and implementation of internal controls
On-site
$85000 - $90000 per year
Accounting & Finance
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