Role Title: Staff Accountant

Manager: Accounting Manager

Manager-once-Removed: Deputy Chief Financial Officer

Location: 53 State Street Boston, MA

Role purpose: The Staff Account is responsible for reviewing all Accounts Payable invoice batches, updating and maintains all vendor files. Prepares journal entries and other financial closing documents, account analysis, reconciliations and special projects as needed.

Minimum Knowledge and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent training and experience.

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a medium to large accounting or finance organization.

• Demonstrated capability to represent Keolis as a credible ambassador to regulatory bodies, the client, and senior stakeholders.

• Experience in the public transport sector understanding the operational capacity to assess and understand functionality of the business.

• Ability to influence wider organizational culture through systemic, sustainable approaches.

• Experience working in a deadline-driven and collaborative environment.

Skills: 

• Must be organized, detail oriented, and be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Key personal traits: forward thinking, proactive, resilient, sound judgement, innovative where required, driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence.

• Ability to meet critical deadlines and achieve organizational objectives.

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with a proficiency in Excel.

• ERP proficiency required, experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred. 

• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment to meet required deadlines.

Key Accountabilities (Essential Job Duties): 

Strategy and Governance:

• Demonstrates understanding and adheres to the KCS principles of Employee Engagement, Operational Excellence, Safety & Security, and Economic Performance

• Coordinates with accounting team as part of month end close process

• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain highest level of company standards

Business Processes:

• Responsible for timely and accurate month-end closing processes and associated tasks. 

• Ensure journal entries are prepared and have the necessary supporting documentation as required.

• Prepares monthly reconciliations for balance sheet accounts.

• Perform monthly reconciliation of payrolls for KCS for both salaried and union employees.

• Responsible for creation of new vendors in the accounting system and updating existing vendors with applicable changes to be made.

• Review accounts payable invoice batches for accuracy.

• Identify and assist in implementing process improvement and efficiency

Reporting:

• Monthly reconciliations and analyses

• Ad hoc requests

Additional Statements:

• Drug and alcohol screening: Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check. Must pass a physical examination.

• Safety commitment: Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities. Together we can become the most successful transportation company in the world. 

• Environmental commitment: Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations to our people and the communities in which we operate.

• EEO statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

• Disclaimer and closing statement: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job, and Keolis retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties of this position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.