About Knichel Logistics
Knichel Logistics is a fast-growing, woman-owned, non-asset transportation and logistics provider delivering intermodal, truckload, and LTL solutions across North America. We partner with Class I railroads, motor carriers, and customers to provide reliable, efficient freight movement backed by a culture rooted in our core values:
- Customer Obsessed
- Team Focused
- Be Valuable
- Do the Right Thing
As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented professionals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a visible impact within a dynamic organization.
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to support the financial operations of our growing logistics business. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting month-end close, and managing accounting processes in a high-volume freight environment. The ideal candidate has experience in transportation or logistics accounting, strong knowledge of GAAP, and hands-on experience with revenue and cost recognition related to freight movements. Experience with Sage Intacct and transportation management systems (TMS) is highly preferred.
What You’ll Do
General Accounting
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities
- Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger in accordance with GAAP
- Support financial statement preparation and variance analysis
Revenue & Cost Recognition
- Apply over-time revenue recognition principles for freight movements from dispatch through delivery
- Accrue revenue for delivered but unbilled shipments
- Accrue carrier costs for loads moved but not yet invoiced
- Ensure accurate matching of revenue and expenses by load and reporting period
- Reconcile operational TMS data to financial records
Accounts Receivable & Payable Support
- Monitor AR aging and assist with collections and discrepancy resolution
- Review carrier invoices against contracted rates and shipment details
- Investigate and resolve billing and cost discrepancies
Freight & Operations Analysis
- Partner with operations and pricing teams to validate:
- Load-level profitability
- Accessorial charges
- Fuel surcharge calculations
- Analyze gross margin performance by customer, lane, and mode (Intermodal, FTL, and LTL)
Reconciliations & Reporting
- Perform monthly reconciliations for:
- Bank accounts
- AR/AP subledgers
- Prepaid expenses
- Assist with internal management reporting, including:
- Borrowing base and bank reporting
- Gross margin analysis
- Revenue per load metrics
- Cost trend analysis
Systems & Process Improvement
- Utilize Sage Intacct for transaction processing and financial reporting
- Maintain data integrity between accounting and transportation systems
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and reporting accuracy
- Assist with annual audit coordination and external reporting requests
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- 3–7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in transportation, logistics, or a high-volume operational environment
- Experience with Sage Intacct strongly preferred
- Understanding of intermodal, truckload (FTL), and LTL operations is a plus
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and accrual-based accounting
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High attention to detail with strong communication and collaboration skills
Why Join Knichel Logistics?
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture
- Opportunity to make a visible impact in a growing organization
- Broad exposure to leadership and cross-functional teams
- Modern office space located on the Westinghouse campus in Cranberry Township, PA
- Stable, growth-focused company with strong industry relationships
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Additional company-sponsored benefits
- Paid time off and holidays
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3-7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in transportation or logistics
- Experience with Sage Intacct
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and accrual-based accounting
- Advanced Excel skills
What We Do
Knichel Logistics is a woman-owned, non-asset based provider of transportation and logistics services, including intermodal, trucking, specialty equipment, and various ancillary services. Since our inception, we have earned a reputation in the transportation industry as a reliable and valuable logistics provider with a dynamic, experienced staff. We strive to build and maintain lasting relationships with our carriers, so that with their help we can provide our customers with the smoothest transportation experience possible. We are actively seeking both Sales & Operating Agents to take advantage of our intermodal, LTL & truckload services. You don’t have to be exclusive - work with what mode fits your needs and let us prove ourselves to you. Check out our website for additional info at www.knichellogistics.com/agent-opportunities/. For a more informative conversation, contact us at 724-939-1036 or email [email protected].
