Accountant - Albertville, United States - Progress Rail

Description

Job Purpose

This position will perform various corporate accounting functions including property tax accounting, fixed asset accounting, month-end closing, account reconciliations, and financial analysis in a dynamic multi-legal entities' environment.

Duties of this position are split approximately 70% property and 30% other corporate accounting functions.

Req ID

9295BR

City

Albertville


State:
Alabama

Company Description

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them.

We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future.

Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations.

Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success

As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers.

Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself.

From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting

Key Job Elements

• Facilitate the preparation of annual property tax returns
• Review and process property tax payments
• Accounting for fixed assets (new asset additions, transfers, disposals, and sales)
• Maintain FAS (Fixed Asset System)
• Assist in property tax jurisdiction audits
• Perform GAAP/policy related research
• Assist in monthly financial close including primary responsibility for certain key closing tasks
• Preparation and entry of a variety of journal entries
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations including timely follow-up and clearing of reconciling items
• Responsible for several tax information requests required by Caterpillar tax department
• Support the identification and implementation of process improvements
• Solve problems and develop new methods of analysis
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses as requested
• Participate in and/or lead special projects as needed
• Assure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SOX controls
• Assist in other financial areas as necessary

Education / Training

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or bachelor's degree in business with a minimum of 18 hours of accounting coursework

Qualifications and Experience

• Understanding of basic accounting procedures and knowledge of US GAAP
• Ability and desire to work in a collaborative, teamwork environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills
• Strong organization and time management skills, able to consistently meet deadlines
• Ability to adapt
• CPA/CMA or progress toward certification
• Experience with month, quarter, and year-end close and consolidations
• Experience in a complex environment
• Three or more years of experience preferred in accounting or finance

Benefits

Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package, including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts.

Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.
Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.


EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer - Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Job Category

Finance/Accounting

PRS Facility Location

Albertville, AL (PRSC Corp HQ) - 001