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Job Title


Accounting Associate, Accounts Payable


Company : Pilot Company


Location : Knoxville, TN


Created : 2026-04-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing. Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Military encouraged to apply. Job Description The purpose of this job is to perform routine AP accounting activities such as coding invoices, submitting invoices for payment, and payment research. Essential Functions 1. Verify and code high volumes of vendor invoices to be submitted for payment. 2. Electronically route invoices to internal team members for approval and processing. 3. Coordinate with internal team members to maintain bot reports and create payment uploads. 4. Work with vendors and internal team members to reconcile and resolve invoice discrepancies. 5. Ensure that transaction entry verification procedures are followed. 6. Model behaviors that support the companyu2019s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level. 7. Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 8. Complete other duties as assigned The following additional duty may also be required: u00b7 9. Respond to inquiries via e-mail and phone calls Qualifications We are seeking applicants with a local presence in Knoxville, TN or the surrounding communities. This position does not support immigration sponsorship. To be considered you must have the legal right to work in United States without additional sponsorship Qualifications u00b7 High school diploma or equivalent certification required u00b7 Associate degree in accounting or finance preferred u00b7 Accounts Payable experience preferred u00b7 General Ledger experience preferred Specialized Knowledge u00b7 Intermediate Microsoft Office skills required Competencies u00b7 Strong organizational skills with attention to detail u00b7 Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills u00b7 Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills u00b7 Strong written and verbal communication skills u00b7 Ability to meet deadlines, work extended hours when necessary, and perform work with a high sense of urgency Additional Information Travel Travel required less than 5% Physical Requirements & Working Conditions + General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time