Transportation Accounting and Financial Anayst

Transportation Accounting and Financial Analyst

Thatcher Company, Inc., based in Salt Lake City, Utah, is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented and analytical Transportation Accounting and Financial Analyst to join our finance team. This role is critical in supporting the financial health and operational efficiency of our nation-wide trucking transportation and fleet operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles, financial analysis, and cost control, with a keen understanding of the transportation and logistics industry.

Thatcher Company Background

Thatcher Company, Inc. is a privately owned company based in Salt Lake City, Utah. It is a diversified chemical manufacturer, compounder, re-packager and distributor. Thatcher Company, Inc and its affiliated companies have over 500 employees in 15 locations in the USA. The company was founded in 1967 and is financially strong with excellent growth prospects. The company has never had a losing year, has no outside debt and has financed all its growth
internally. Thatcher’s diversification, coupled with ever broadening product offerings, allows us to provide job security to our employees and respond to the changing needs of our customers and the marketplace. Our core values include insuring safety in all our activities, proper environment
stewardship, a focus on providing our customers superior products and service, insuring employee success, win-win relationships and continuous improvement.

Job Title: Transportation Accounting and Financial Analyst

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Department: Finance
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Employment Type: Full Time

Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Analyze financial performance and trends to support strategic decision-making.
Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts.
Develop tools to assist with modeling transportation costs on Industry and Divisional P&Ls
Assist sales team with costing transportation for customer pricing
 

Accounting Operations

Manage general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
Assist with audits and tax filings.
 

Cost & Operational Analysis

Work closely and partner with the Director of Transportation to:

Develop, implement, and track KPIs including cost-per-mile, load
efficiency, on-time performance, and utilization.
Evaluate profitability by route, customer, and vehicle.
Monitor and control operating costs (fuel, maintenance, labor) while maximizing fleet productivity.
Support pricing strategies and contract evaluations.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
Monitor budget variances and recommend corrective actions.
 

Process Improvement:

Develop a detailed understanding of the ERP interface with our logistics software platform
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting and reporting processes.
Implement best practices in financial planning and analysis.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, engineering, or supply chain.
3-5 years of experience in accounting, or financial analysis, preferably in transportation or logistics industries.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g. SAP, M3, Net Suite, or similar).
Experience with transportation management systems (e.g. Rose Rocket).
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
 

Preferred Skills:

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of data analytics tools (e.g. Power BI, Qlik, Tableau, etc.) is a plus.
Experience with ERP system implementation, upgrades, or process optimization to improve financial reporting and operational efficiency.
Familiarity with DOT regulations and industry-specific KPIs.
 

Why Thatcher is right for you