Sr. Accountant

Genesee-; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Railroad Services, Inc. in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Accounting team.

This role reports to the Manager, Accounting and focuses on accounting, compliance, reporting and analysis, ensuring timely, accurate financial information. Key tasks include closing and reporting, journal entries, GL reconciliations, cross-department coordination, audits, and supporting management with monthly deliverables.

Qualifications

• Railroad experience is not required.
• Four or more years of related work experience is a plus.
• Self-motivated individual capable of driving change and managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems, analyze information effectively and develop solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work as part of a team and uphold integrity and respect.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all phases of closing and reporting including journal entries, GL reconciliation and variance analysis.
• Coordinate with other departments and operational personnel for accounting support.
• Support accounting management and mentor accountants on tasks and monthly deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits.
• Contribute to team effort by achieving related results as needed.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Accounting

Master's or CPA desirable

Job description

Genesee & Wyoming Railroad Services, Inc. (GRSI) Jacksonville, FL 322240000, USA

• Admin, Professional & Operations Support
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SRACC009058

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. 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 closing and reporting of assigned duties including preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of general ledger accounts and analysis of variances in income statement and balance sheet accounts
• Communicate and coordinate with other departments and operational personnel in providing accounting support
• Assist accounting management team upon request for specific tasks and monthly deliverables, while also providing mentorship to accountants
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Railroad experience is not required
• Four or more years of related work experience is a plus
• Self-motivated individual capable of driving change, managing multiple tasks and continuously evaluating priorities to lead tasks/projects to completion in a fast paced environment
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze information skillfully and develop alternative solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to express oneself both verbally and in writing
• 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
• Master's degree and/or CPA are a plus, but not a requirement

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.

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