Senior Accounting Specialist
Job Title: Senior Accounting Specialist (Assistant Controller Support)
Location: Provo, UT (Onsite)
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Department: Finance
Company: Launch Fulfillment Inc.
About Launch Fulfillment
Launch Fulfillment is a leading provider of intelligent warehousing and logistics solutions. Our fulfillment facilities, powered by advanced 3PL software, handle the heavy lifting for clients. We specialize in scalable supply chain services, from inventory storage to order fulfillment and distribution, helping businesses of all sizes streamline operations and enhance delivery efficiency.
Position Summary
The Senior Accounting Specialist (Assistant Controller Support) plays a critical role in supporting the company’s accounting operations, financial close, and general ledger accuracy. This position partners closely with the CFO and finance team and functions as a senior individual contributor in a growing, multi-entity environment.
The role requires strong general ledger expertise and comfort working across multiple entities. This is a hands-on position that combines transactional accounting work with higher-level review, reconciliation, and analytical responsibilities, supporting accurate close and financial reporting as the organization continues to scale.
Key Responsibilities
General Ledger & Close Support
Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, reclasses, and adjustments
Perform balance sheet and income statement reconciliations
Support month-end and year-end close activities, including close schedules and variance analysis
Review and validate journal entries and reconciliations prepared by others to ensure accuracy, consistency, and proper accounting treatment
Monitor general ledger activity for trends, anomalies, or inconsistencies and flag items requiring follow-up or adjustment
Transactional & Operational Accounting
Support day-to-day accounting activities, including data entry and transactional processing as needed
Assist with accounts payable and expense processing to ensure timely and accurate recording
Review vendor coding, expense allocations, and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy
Intercompany & Multi-Entity Support
Assist with accounting activities across multiple related entities, including intercompany transactions and reconciliations
Collaborate with Operations, Sales, and Logistics teams to ensure accurate expense recognition and proper accounting treatment
Systems, Controls & Process Improvement
Support accuracy and integrity of accounting data across financial and operational systems
Assist with audits, reviews, and external requests by preparing documentation and support schedules
Help document, improve, and streamline accounting processes and internal controls
Identify gaps, inefficiencies, or risks and proactively recommend improvements
Additional Responsibilities
Assist with annual 1099 preparation and filings
Prepare ad hoc invoices and support special projects or time-sensitive requests from finance leadership
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred (or equivalent experience)
4–7 years of progressive accounting experience
Strong understanding of GAAP, accrual accounting, and general ledger processes
Demonstrated experience with reconciliations and month-end close support
Ability to interpret accounting data and identify trends, variances, or potential issues
Advanced Excel skills
Experience with accounting and expense management systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Bill/Divvy, or similar)
Experience with Tai TMS or similar logistics / transportation management platforms — preferred
Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment
Why Launch Fulfillment
High-growth 3PL organization with increasing accounting complexity
Opportunity to operate in an Assistant Controller–type support capacity
Direct partnership with executive leadership
Meaningful impact on financial operations, accuracy, and scalability
Meaningful impact on financial operations and scalability
Additional Information
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Launch Fulfillment reserves the right to modify job duties as business needs evolve.
Launch Fulfillment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) 4% Match
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience:
Accounting: 4 years (Required)
Accounts payable: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Provo, UT 84601 (Required)
Work Location: In person