Senior Accountant

C.H. Robinson
  • Eden Prairie, Minnesota
    3 days ago

    Job Description

    C.H. Robinson is seeking a Senior Accountant that supports the global accounting organization by partnering with corporate accounting and international finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and efficient processes. This role combines technical accounting, international business partnership, and process improvement, while offering the opportunity to influence global accounting practices through standardization, automation, and AI-driven solutions.


    The ideal candidate is naturally curious, enjoys solving complex problems, and is passionate about improving accounting processes through automation, technology, and collaboration.


    At C.H. Robinson, we’re firm believers in the power of in-person collaboration to fuel innovation and propel success. In this role, you will engage with peers on-site two days a week (Monday/Tuesday), igniting creativity and driving impactful results. With the flexibility for remote work three days a week, this role strikes the perfect balance between teamwork and autonomy.


    Responsibilities:

    • Review international financial results during monthly close and analyze key variances
    • Support balance sheet governance, reconciliations, and financial reporting accuracy
    • Partner with regional finance teams to resolve accounting issues and improve financial controls
    • Assist with statutory reporting, audit support, and compliance-related activities
    • Identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting
    • Support global standardization and centralization initiatives
    • Drive automation and digital transformation efforts to reduce manual work and improve efficiency
    • Evaluate and leverage technology, including AI-enabled solutions, to enhance productivity and reporting quality
    • Serve as a trusted accounting resource for international finance teams and Corporate Accounting
    • Collaborate with Tax, Treasury, FP&A, Internal Audit, and other business partners on global accounting matters
    • Support accounting impacts related to legal entity and organizational changes

    Required Qualifications:

    • 4+ years of accounting experience
    • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, and balance sheet analysis
    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
    • Advanced Excel proficiency
    • Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and global teams
    • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, ideally in Accounting, Finance or similar field of study

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience supporting audits, statutory reporting, or multinational accounting operations
    • Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP or similar enterprise systems
    • Experience with process improvement, automation, data analytics, Power BI, or AI tools
    • Experience in a SOX-controlled environment

    We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

    Compensation Range

    $77,200.00 - $122,300.00

    The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location.  Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

    Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

    Equal Opportunity

    C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

    EOE\Disabled\Veteran 

    Benefits

    Your Health, Wealth and Self

    Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

    • Three medical plans which include

      • Prescription drug coverage

      • Enhanced Fertility benefits

    • Flexible Spending Accounts

    • Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)

    • Dental and Vision

    • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

    • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

    • Paid observed holidays

    • 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees

    • Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada

    • Paid parental leave

    • Paid time off to volunteer in your community

    • Charitable Giving Match Program

    • 401(k) with 6% company matching

    • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

    • Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

    Learn more about our benefit offerings on our BENEFITS & WELLBEING page

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationEden Prairie, Minnesota
    Websitechrobinson.com/en-us/about-us/careers/life-at-chr/benefits-and-wellbeing

    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounting Closeunmatched
    • Accounting Policiesunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
    • Automationunmatched
    • Balance Sheetunmatched
    • Cloud Computingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Diversityunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Controlunmatched
    • Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)unmatched
    • Financial Reportingunmatched
    • Financial Statementsunmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • Internal Auditunmatched
    • International Businessunmatched
    • International Financeunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • Oracle ERPunmatched
    • Power BIunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Reconciliationunmatched
    • Regulatory Reportsunmatched
    • Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)unmatched
    • Stock Purchase Plansunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Accountingunmatched
    • Treasuryunmatched

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