Accountant, Operations Accounting

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Knoxville, TN, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Logistics • Retail • Travel • Energy
The Role
Performs general accounting activities, including ledger reconciliation, financial statement preparation, transaction analysis, and monthly P&L support. Reviews store-level cash, inventory, sales, and margin variances; supports forecasting and budgeting; maintains accounting data in Infor and general ledger systems; follows SOX, GAAP, and internal compliance procedures; and provides financial analysis to corporate accounting and operations teams.
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Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 43 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to classify, examine, and analyze accounting records and prepare related financial reports and statements for management; classify, examine, and analyze accounting records; prepare related financial reports and statements for management; follow SOX compliance processes. Analyze cash and inventory overages/shortages and gross profit margins for Pilot Flying J’s retail sales, deli, and restaurant categories in stores, to promote adherence to financial reporting and procedural standards, and handle 
moderately complex accounting duties.
 

Essential Job Functions:

1. Perform general accounting activities including the preparation, maintenance, and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements such as balance sheets, profit-and-loss statements, and capital expenditure schedules
2. Review and verify daily financial data related to cash sales, inventory, and margins to identify and analyze variances; collaborate with internal departments to correct variances. Prepare, examine, and analyze associated sales analysis accounting records, financial statements, and reports prior to publication of monthly P&L.
3. Prepare, record, analyze, and report accounting transactions and ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with accepted accounting policies and principles. Provide financial support, including forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing variations from budget.

4. Monitor store level cost and cash analysis processes, explain trends and aid field and operations support team members

5.Enter data, maintain data, and analyze information in the company’s accounting programs (Infor, GL); conduct or assist in the documentation of accounting projects. Provide ad hoc analysis to support other internal finance departments (corporate accounting, accounts receivable).
 

Qualifications

  • Education Required: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills 
  • Intermediate knowledge of general ledger (GL) accounting software
  • Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), and tax laws preferred

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
  • Intermediate knowledge of general ledger accounting software
  • Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles GAAP
  • Knowledge and understanding of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act ERISA
  • Knowledge and understanding of tax laws

Pilot Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Pilot Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Pilot Company.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision plans plus complimentary virtual care, physical therapy, surgical services, and targeted programs for sleep and metabolic conditions. HSAs/FSAs and prescription access options broaden utility and support ongoing care.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave offers bonding time, with additional paid recovery time available for birthing parents where eligible. Adoption assistance helps offset family‑building costs.
  • Affordable Benefits — Some travel center team members can enroll in low‑cost health plan options. Prescription savings programs further reduce out‑of‑pocket costs for care.

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The Company
HQ: Knoxville, TN
30,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1958

What We Do

Pilot Company is a travel center and energy company owned by Berkshire Hathaway, operating gas stations and convenience stores. It provides services such as diesel fuel, truck parking, and showers for travelers.

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