Accounting Assistant

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Taylor Mill (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid PTO

Job summary

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, seeks an Accounting Assistant to work with the plant Accounting Manager on AP and routine accounting tasks. Based in Taylor Mill, KY, this role involves spreadsheet management, data entry, and coordination with management.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree or higher and strong Excel and data handling skills, with good communication and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Some clerical duties and confidential work are included.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher, or combination of education and/or experience.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (graphs, charts, sorting, pivot tables).
• Experience with Apple iOS helpful; database experience.
• Good communication and ability to work with all levels.

Responsibilities

• Handle AP and accounting administrative tasks.
• Maintain and create spreadsheets and documents.
• Assist with billing from data pulled into spreadsheets.
• Filing and general administrative duties.
• Communicate with management and employees.
• Support special projects as assigned.

Skills

Excel skills

Data entry & reporting

Communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Independent work

Learn company software

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Apple iOS

Databases

Spreadsheets software

Job description

Job Purpose

The Accounting Assistant works directly with the plant Accounting Manager and handles all AP and other accounting administrative day to day tasks.

Req ID

12376BR

City

Taylor Mill

State

Kentucky

Company Description

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting‑edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

Key Job Elements

• Intermediate to advanced Excel experience;


• Maintain and create spreadsheets as well as other documents;


• Assist Accounting with billing from data pulled into spreadsheets;


• Filing;


• Other administrative duties and special projects as assigned;


• Communicate and assist with all levels of management and employees;


• General administrative duties.

Education / Training

• Associate's level degree or higher, or combination of education and/or experience.

Qualifications And Experience

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills-Specific to graphs, charts, sorting, and pivot tables;


• Daily activity reporting (pulling data and sorting it into spreadsheets, and verifying data is correct for billing purposes etc.);


• Apple IOS Operating System experience helpful;


• Database experience;


• Good communication skills;


• Must be able to work well with all levels of the organization;


• Must be able to multi-task;


• Strong organizational skills;


• Excellent follow-through skills and attention to detail;


• Strong interpersonal skills;


• Must have a professional attitude and must be dependable;


• Detail-oriented, sense of urgency, and follow-through;


• Ability to take initiative, to work independently, and with confidentiality;


• Ability to learn company specific software packages.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

• Competitive Salary


• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)


• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance


• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Paid Vacation


• Paid Holidays


• Paid Time-Off (PTO)


• Employee Assistance Plan


• Education Assistance Program


• Employee Recognition Programs


• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans


• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans


• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs


• Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.


• Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.

EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Category

Finance/Accounting

PRS Facility Location

Decoursey, KY - Trackworks - 016