Sr. Accountant

Genesee-; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

On the Job Training

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Railroad Services, Inc. (GRSI) in Mesa, AZ is seeking an experienced accounting professional responsible for preparing financial statements and reports in accordance with applicable accounting guidance.

The role analyzes reserves, assets, and expenditures, supports forecasts and budgets, and escalates complex tasks as needed. The position requires strong analytical and communication skills, teamwork, and adherence to internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is preferred.
• CPA certification is required.
• Degrees in finance, business, or related fields will be considered.
• Master's degree is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in closing and reporting duties, including journal entries and GL account analysis
• Evaluate technical accounting implications of nonroutine events (leases, contracts, revenue arrangements)
• Communicate and coordinate with other departments
• Analyze reports for reserves, assets and expenditures
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls
• Prepare for and participate in audits (internal and external)
• Contribute to team effort and cross-functional projects
• Represent the function in special projects and assignments

Skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Genesee & Wyoming Railroad Services, Inc. (GRSI) Mesa, AZ 85202, USA

• Admin, Professional & Operations Support
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SRACC009108

Description

Company / Benefits Overview:

• Life Insurance
• Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• On the Job Training
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

* Benefits are subject to change

Explore your future with G&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!

SUMMARY:

The person in this position prepares financial statements, consolidated statements, and various other accounting statements and reports based upon the applicable accounting guidance; analyzes financial reports and records relative to the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures; manages technology and assists in forecasts and budgets; resolves routine questions and problems; and refers more complex tasks to higher levels

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in all phases of 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 in the evaluation of the technical accounting implications of nonroutine events and transactions, such as contract modifications, leases, revenue arrangements, and other complex or first-time transactions.
• Communicate and coordinate with other departments
• Analyze financial reports and records relative to the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures
• Prepare analysis and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures and internal controls
• Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits in functional area
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Represent the function in special projects and assignments
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as required

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Railroad experience is not required
• Four or more 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
• Strong 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
• CPA certification required
• Degrees in finance, business, other related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience, will also be considered
• Master's degree a plus, but not a requirement

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

Genesee & Wyoming Transportation, 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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