Sr General Ledger Accountant PRCC

Responsible for general ledger accounting, financial reporting, fixed asset accounting, and project accounting for assigned railroad entities. The position prepares and reviews journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statements, capital project activity, and fixed asset records; analyzes trends, costs, revenues, commitments, and obligations by road; and communicates results to management. The Senior GL Accountant is expected to identify process and control improvements, support cross-functional projects, and contribute to the annual financial audit.

• →Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Accounting
• →CPA strongly preferred
• →Public accounting experience strongly preferred
• →Must have a strong foundation of accounting knowledge and be able to consistently apply GAAP
• →Must possess flexibility with work assignments and be able to multi-task
• →Must be detail-oriented, accurate, and organized
• →Must maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information
• →Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
• →Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• →Friendly and proven ability to work cross-functionally
• →Must have advanced computer and Excel skills
• →General knowledge of SAP preferred

Prior fixed asset, capital project, or construction-in-progress accounting experience preferred.

Ability to analyze project costs and supporting documentation and apply capitalization policies consistently.

Experience with SAP fixed asset and project functionality preferred.

• →Valid Driver’s License

The applicant selected for this position may be required to successfully complete a background check and drug test. Passing results must be received prior to start date in new position.

(Background check may include the following: Credit History, Criminal History, Driver License Record History, Education Credentials, Employment History, Reference Checks and Professional License or Certification review relevant to the position.)

• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, handle objects, reach with hands and arms, write, talk, type and hear. Associate is occasionally required to sit, stoop, bend and/or kneel and lift and/or move up to 35 lbs. Associate is typically in an office environment but occasional may travel and/or visits a railroad, facility, warehouse or outdoor environment.
• Patriot Rail is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.