Accounting Manager

General information

Country

USA

State

Ohio

City

Milford

Descriptions & requirements

About the role:

As an Accounting Manager at TQL, you will lead key accounting functions supporting our Cash Conversion operations, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and General Ledger processes. You'll combine strong technical accounting knowledge with hands-on leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, strengthen controls, improve processes and develop a high-performing team.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by turning financial data into actionable insights, driving operational improvements and partnering across the business to support smarter decision-making.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and General Ledger functions
• Manage and develop a high-performing team focused on accuracy, service, accountability and continuous improvement
• Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely in accordance with GAAP and internal policies
• Review account reconciliations, resolve discrepancies and identify potential financial risks or opportunities
• Develop and enhance accounting processes, internal controls and operational procedures
• Prepare and analyze financial and operational reporting, translating results into actionable insights for senior leadership
• Identify opportunities to streamline end-to-end processes, reduce costs and improve departmental efficiency
• adoption of automation, analytics and AI tools to improve accounting workflows and controls
• Establish clear expectations and performance metrics aligned with departmental and business goals
• Partner with cross-functional teams to provide financial guidance and communicate accounting impacts
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring requests are completed accurately and on time
• Evaluate financial performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability
• Lead employees through change while building engagement, accountability and collaboration
• Coach and develop team members, including effective and responsible use of automation and AI tools
• Stay current on accounting regulations, industry trends and best practices

What you need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting operations within a large ERP environment
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop and hold teams accountable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial systems and data analysis tools
• Experience improving finance processes through technology or automation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to partner effectively across departments

Preferred qualifications:

• CPA
• Previous supervisory or people leadership experience
• Oracle experience

Where you'll be: 1701 Edison Drive, Milford, Ohio 45150

Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1 etc.) will not be considered.

About Us

Total Quality Logistics (TQL) is one of the largest freight brokerage firms in the nation. TQL connects customers with truckload freight that needs to be moved with quality carriers who have the capacity to move it.

As a company that operates 24/7/365, TQL manages work-life balance with sales support teams that assist with accounting, and after hours calls and specific needs. At TQL, the opportunities are endless which means that there is room for career advancement and the ability to write your own paycheck.

What's your worth? Our open and transparent communication from management creates a successful work environment and custom career path for our employees. TQL is an industry-leader in the logistics industry with unlimited potential. Be a part of something big.

Total Quality Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at recruiting@tql.com