Staff Accountant - Tri Star Energy

Job Summary:
Tri Star Energy is actively hiring a Staff Accountant to join our dynamic accounting team at our Store Support Center in Nashville, TN. As a Staff Accountant, you will play a key role in managing and performing essential accounting functions, such as cash management, balance sheet reconciliation, general ledger (GL) account oversight, fixed assets, capital expenditures, payroll & benefits administration, third-party services, business and sales tax filing, and year-end audits. You will provide direct support to the Company’s Accounting Manager / Senior Manager and be integral to the success of the accounting operations.
Tri Star Energy has proudly been recognized as one of Nashville’s top workplaces for the past four consecutive years, underscoring our commitment to building an exceptional team of talented accounting professionals. If you’re looking to advance your career within a high-impact, collaborative environment, this is an opportunity to expand your accounting expertise and make a lasting impact.

Why Work at Tri Star Energy?

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Credentialing Support
• Employer HSA Contributions & Matching
• Generous PTO & Community Service Days
• Employee Discounts and Corporate Perks
• 401K with Immediate Vesting and Matching
• Corporate Chaplaincy and Employee Assistance Programs

Key Responsibilities:

• Document and maintain accurate processes for all assigned accounting tasks
• Provide timely, accurate responses to internal and external requests
• Assist with reconciliation of warehouse inventory
• Record and reconcile financial transactions from multiple sources
• Ensure appropriate handling and distribution of company funds
• Analyze and prepare general ledger account reconciliations
• Prepare journal entries for both routine and adjusting entries
• Perform monthly closing duties
• Assist with regulatory filing requirements
• Act as a liaison between Accounting and Operations
• Report financial issues or concerns to upper management
• Maintain confidentiality of all company, client, employee, and vendor information

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 1-2+ years of corporate accounting experience in general ledger, reconciliations, or similar roles
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially intermediate Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation (or eligibility/pursuit of CPA)
• Public accounting experience in audit, transaction advisory, or reconciliation
• Familiarity with PDI or similar enterprise-level accounting systems
• Experience in retail, hospitality, or convenience store (C-store) industries

About Tri Star Energy:
Tri Star Energy, based in Nashville, TN, is a thriving, family-owned business with over 150+ locations and nearly 2,000 employees across the Southeast. Known for our strong presence in retail convenience stores, wholesale, and commercial fuel services, our mission is to build lasting relationships and serve our community. Our retail brands, including Twice Daily, Sudden Service, White Bison, and Hightail, are recognized for providing an unparalleled food and fuel experience.
Driven by our core values—Strive for Balance, Expect Achievement, Have Integrity, Be Committed, and Be a Servant Leader—Tri Star Energy is an ideal place for talented individuals to build a fulfilling career. Join us in setting a new standard for the convenience retail industry!

Tri Star Energy is an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity across race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, genetics, and other protected statuses.

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