James Faught

James Faught is an accomplished finance executive with extensive experience in accounting and financial leadership roles across various organizations. Currently serving as the Chief Accounting Officer at Forward Air Corporation, James previously held the position of Chief Financial Officer at EVO Transportation and Chief Accounting Officer at Yellow. James's professional background includes significant experience as Vice President/Controller and Director of Financial Reporting at Safe Fleet, as well as Accounting Director/Assistant Controller at Watco. James's expertise encompasses SEC reporting, financial statement oversight, cost control systems, and team leadership, complemented by foundational roles in audit at RSM US LLP and Deloitte. Academically, James holds a Master of Science in Accounting from The University of Texas at Dallas and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Texas - Arlington.