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# Senior Accountant

LRT Group

Company Description : LRT Group is a transportation and logistics provider based in Fort Payne, Alabama, operating multiple asset-based and 3PL entities, including Little River Transportation, LRT Solutions, Xpress Global Systems (XGS), Madex Associates, and River Run Logistics. The organization supports a broad range of logistics needs, from freight transportation to warehousing and distribution services. With terminal and warehousing locations in more than 30 metropolitan areas across the continental United States, LRT Group offers extensive national coverage. Team members join a growing network that focuses on reliable service, operational efficiency, and long-term customer partnerships. The company values professionals who contribute to accurate financial oversight and sustainable business performance. Role Description: The Senior Accountant role is a full-time, on-site position located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This role is responsible for managing general ledger activities, preparing and reviewing journal entries, and reconciling key balance sheet accounts. The Senior Accountant will oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including the preparation of financial statements, variance analyses, and supporting schedules. Day-to-day work includes monitoring accounts payable and receivable transactions, assisting with cash management, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and applicable regulations. The role also involves supporting audits, improving internal controls, collaborating with operations and management to explain financial results, and providing financial insights to support decision-making across the transportation and logistics entities. Qualifications: Strong general accounting skills, including proficiency in general ledger management, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes. Ability to prepare and analyze financial statements, perform variance analysis, and provide clear financial reporting to leadership. Experience working with accounting and ERP software, advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups), and comfort with data analysis tools. Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audit practices, with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and risk management. Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with operations, finance, and leadership teams. Strong organizational and time-management abilities, including capacity to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or progress toward certification is preferred. Prior experience in transportation, logistics, or a multi-entity corporate structure is a plus. Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct, continuous improvement, and maintaining confidentiality of financial information. Benefits: Full Benefits Package

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