WHO WE ARE:

How will transportation and mobility evolve? What will the vehicle of the future look like – and how will those vehicles be repaired? How can the next chapter of your career contribute to solving these transportation challenges and more? 

Transtar Industries is on a mission to simplify complex vehicle repair to keep the world moving. 

We are a leading automotive parts distributor represented across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada, and through patent-winning software and technology, we are revolutionizing our industry. 

What has remained constant throughout our 45-year history of transformation is our dedication to our customers, our team members, and to the values on which Transtar was founded: Commitment, Humility, Optimism, Integrity, and Respect. 

A career with Transtar offers the opportunity to make an impact within a rapidly growing organization – the chance to learn, lead, collaborate, and connect with other solutions-oriented, forward-thinking professionals. We invest meaningfully in training and development, empowering you to build your future alongside ours and shape a career unique to your talents, interest, and purpose. 

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

As a Staff Accountant, you will play a key role in our finance department, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records and reports. Reporting directly to the Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting, you will be responsible for performing various accounting functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES: 

• Journal Entries: Prepare various accounting transactions and ensuring proper support documentation.
• General Ledger Management: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Fixed Asset Management: Assist in tracking and recording fixed assets, including reconciling the asset data contained in SAGE to the General Ledger and recording monthly depreciation expense.
• Monitor and analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide additional support to the Accounting and Finance function as needed.
• Assist in the budgeting and forecasts process as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and providing supporting documentation as needed by external auditors.
• Adherence to deadlines and attention to detail
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by management.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification is a plus.
• 3 years of accounting experience.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP principles and financial reporting requirements.
• Ability to be ‘hands-on’ and work as a team player.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; experience with OneStream, SAGE and/or JD Edwards is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with spreadsheets and large volumes of data.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment

WORK ENVIROMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Minimal