Accountant
XPO
Portland, OR · Posted November 13, 2026
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November 2026
- #1Cities where the biggest share of jobs do not need a four-year degree in the Pacific Northwest19% · of 12
- #2Cities with the most hybrid jobs in the Pacific Northwest14% · of 16
- #3Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Pacific Northwest102 jobs · of 8
- #4Best cities for software and engineering jobs in the Pacific Northwest136 openings · of 14
- #5Best college towns for junior jobs in the Pacific Northwest29% · of 13
- #6Cities with the most jobs that need no experience in the Pacific Northwest0.8% · of 16
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About the job
What you’ll need to succeed as an Accountant at XPO
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience
1 year of accounting or financial reporting experience
Preferred qualifications:
Master’s degree in Accounting, Financial Reporting or Business
CPA certification
3 or more years of accounting or financial reporting experience, preferably with a Big Four accounting firm
Solid ability to understand and analyze large amounts of data from multiple sources
About the Accountant job
Pay, benefits and more:
Competitive compensation package
Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
Life and disability insurance
Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
9 paid company holidays
401(k) option with company match
Education assistance
Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan
What you’ll do on a typical day:
Ensure accurate and timely compilation of accounting information. Maintain general ledger accounts for all assigned accounts including the determination of journal entry requirements, and preparation and posting of journal entries during the month as well as during month-end close.
Perform daily and monthly account reconciliations for all assigned accounts.
Analyze and investigate transactions related to assigned areas to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Research questions for management; investigate and explain variances to expectations and trends.
Participate in cross-functional work teams and continuously improve XPO’s processes and documentation for assigned areas.
Review, interpret and apply accounting concepts in accordance with GAAP and other authoritative guidance to contracts, transactions, and activities as applic
About XPO
XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.
The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.
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