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Full-Time

Staff Accountant

Posted on 6/28/2024

Truckstop

Truckstop

1,001-5,000 employees

Freight matching and transportation management

Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$60k - $70kAnnually

+ Yearly Bonus

Junior

Remote in Canada

Category
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
Accounting
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting
  • Minimum of two years’ professional accounting experience
  • In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Responsibilities
  • Participate in period-end close activities including preparation of journal entries
  • Prepare reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts
  • Prepare banking entries and bank reconciliations
  • Manage Fixed Asset, Intangibles, and Prepaid
  • Perform accounts receivable billings and customer cash applications
  • Assist with preparation of month-end financial statements
  • Assist with monthly financial statement review
  • Drive ad hoc accounting projects as needed
  • Review financial statements for accuracy and compliance
  • Verify and inspect accounting records for efficiency and accuracy
  • Organize and update financial records
  • Recommend ways to reduce costs and enhance revenue
  • Prepare documentation for external auditors
  • Other duties as assigned

Truckstop provides transportation technology and freight matching solutions, offering load planning, transportation management, real-time rates, and negotiation tools. It also includes the largest industry credit reporting entity to help professionals find trusted freight partners, allowing carriers to search for available loads in real-time and brokers to post loads for confident and efficient freight movement.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New Plymouth, Idaho

Founded

1995

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The appointment of experienced leaders like Andrea Johnston as Chief Revenue Officer and Joe Pergola as CFO signals strong leadership and potential for strategic growth.
  • Truckstop's continuous innovation in fraud prevention and security measures, such as Fraud Prevention Friday, enhances its reputation and reliability in the industry.
  • Recognition and awards, like the Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award, bolster Truckstop's brand and attract top talent.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape with major players like DAT could pressure Truckstop to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Frequent leadership changes might lead to strategic misalignments and operational disruptions.

What makes Truckstop unique

  • Truckstop's introduction of pet verification badges and carrier vetting services highlights its commitment to niche, value-added services that enhance trust and security in the logistics industry.
  • The company's focus on innovative broker product offerings, such as identity verification and risk factors analysis using generative AI, sets it apart from traditional freight-matching platforms.
  • Truckstop's strategic partnerships, like the integration with MVMNT and FleetDrive 360, expand its ecosystem and provide comprehensive solutions for brokers and carriers.

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