Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

About Reliant Transportation Group

Reliant Transportation Group is a respected school bus and motorcoach transportation provider that safely connects over 40,000 coach passengers and students each day to learning and lifelong memories. Founded in 1959, the company and its affiliates have grown to nearly 1,500 teammates, operating over 1,000 school buses and other vehicles from over 20 locations across the Midwest. The principles of safety, community, integrity and service guide all levels of the organization, enabling the company to be a dependable, responsible partner that communities trust to unlock the educational opportunities and experiences that enrich lives.

Our Purpose and Vision

We exist to unlock education and experiences.

We aspire to be the most trusted passenger transportation provider, safely opening doors to learning and lifelong memories.

Our culture is guided by four core principles:

· Safety – Safety leads the way; guiding every decision to protect our team and those who depend on us.

· Community – Our teammates support each other and the communities we serve.

· Integrity – We choose to do the right thing, the right way, for the right reason, every time.

· Service – Excellent service is our standard; together we bring our best to every customer, every teammate and every outcome.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant manages key accounting activities to ensure accurate financial records, timely reporting, and compliance with applicable requirements. Responsibilities include general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, tax compliance and treasury support. This position independently manages assigned processes, resolves discrepancies, maintains supporting documentation, and works closely with the Corporate Controller to maintain strong internal controls and improve accounting processes.

Essential Responsibilities

General Ledger and Financial Accounting

· Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items.

· Prepare and post recurring and nonrecurring journal entries with appropriate documentation and period accuracy.

· Complete assigned month-end close activities, account analyses, and supporting schedules accurately and on schedule.

· Maintain organized work papers and comply with established accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Tax Compliance and Regulatory Filings

· Prepare or support applicable multi-state sales and use tax filings, reconciliations, and remittances.

· Coordinate assigned tax and regulatory reporting requirements, ensuring accurate, timely submissions and payments.

· Investigate discrepancies, maintain supporting records, and coordinate with the Corporate Controller or external tax advisers as needed.

Treasury Support

· Support cash-related accounting, payment coordination, and treasury documentation.

· Process or coordinate employee benefit remittances and reconcile amounts to supporting records.

· Investigate payment discrepancies and follow established authorization and approval procedures.

Process Improvement and Collaboration

· Identify opportunities to improve accounting accuracy, efficiency, and consistency.

· Maintain clear procedures and documentation to support reliable accounting processes.

· Collaborate with internal departments and external service providers to resolve issues and meet deadlines.

· Communicate unresolved discrepancies, compliance concerns, and reporting risks promptly to the Corporate Controller.

· Assist with audits, accounting projects, and other financial responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

· Five or more years of progressive accounting experience.

· Experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, bank and balance sheet reconciliations, and month-end close.

· Experience with multi-state tax compliance, including applicable preparation, filing, or remittance responsibilities.

· Strong Microsoft Excel, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to manage competing priorities independently, meet deadlines, communicate effectively, and maintain confidential information.

Preferred:

· Experience supporting multiple locations, business units, or legal entities.

· Experience with Workday ERP.

· Transportation, trucking, or logistics industry experience and familiarity with related tax and regulatory requirements.

Work Environment

This position works in a professional office and operational environment and requires regular interaction with teammates, operational leaders, and other stakeholders. Travel to service centers may be required.

The position may occasionally require flexibility outside normal business hours to address significant accounting issues or operational needs.

Salary range: $87,000 - $119,000 / year, based on experience

Corporate

Average Pay Rate

87000

Benefits and Total Rewards

We believe in rewarding great people with meaningful benefits that support your health, growth, and long term success.

Part Time Team Members

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Paid training

• Annual bonus opportunity

• Career development opportunities

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities associated with this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions. Employees may be required to perform additional job-related duties consistent with business needs. The Company reserves the right to revise, modify, interpret, or apply this job description at its discretion and in accordance with applicable law. This job description does not create a contract of employment with the Company. Employment is at will and may be terminated by either the employee or the Company at any time, subject to applicable law.

Minnesota Coaches LLC and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.