Sr. Accountant

Job Details

Description

SUMMARY:

The Senior Accountant will report to the Manager, Accounting. This position will provide support in the areas of accounting, compliance, reporting and analysis within the region. The position will also ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial information based upon the applicable accounting guidance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all phases of financial closing and reporting of assigned duties, including preparation of journal entries, analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, and analysis of variances in income statement and balance sheet accounts
• Assist the Accounting Manager upon request for specific tasks and monthly deliverables, while also providing mentorship to accountants
• Communicate and coordinate with other departments, regional and corporate personnel, including external contracts related to assigned legal entities and responsibilities
• Analyze financial reports and records relative to the accounting of reserves, assets, revenue and expenditures. Investigate accounting irregularities, report any findings and develop solutions to correct possible issues
• Prepare analysis and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits
• Contribute to the team effort by achieving related results as needed
• Assist with special projects and perform other duties as required
  
  

Required Skills And/Or Experience

• Railroad experience is not required
• One to three years of related work experience is a plus
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze information skillfully, and develop alternative solutions
• Good interpersonal and communications skills; ability to focus on resolving conflict, speak and write clearly and persuasively, listen to get clarification, and respond well to questions
• Ability to build trust by treating customers, peers, and others with integrity and respect, upholding organizational values, and keeping commitments
• Ability to work as part of a team, balancing team and individual responsibilities and contributing to building a positive team spirit; ability to support everyone’s efforts to succeed
  
  

Required Education And/Or Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is preferred
• Degrees in finance, business, other related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience, will also be considered
  
  

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.