Sr. Accountant

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. Senior Accountant role in the United States focuses on timely financial reporting and adherence to accounting standards. You will close books, prepare journal entries, and analyze variances while interacting with departments and supporting management.

The position emphasizes internal controls, audit readiness, and a collaborative, fast-paced team environment. Master’s or CPA is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
• Master's degree and/or CPA are a plus, but not a requirement.
• Four or more years of related work experience is a plus.
• Railroad experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in closing and reporting, including journal entries and GL reconciliation.
• Coordinate with other departments to provide accounting support.
• Assist management on monthly deliverables and mentor accountants.
• Ensure compliance with company 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

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Finance related degree

Master's degree or CPA

Job 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 everyones efforts to succeed

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

• - Bachelors 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.