Accounting Mgr - 90412906 - Philadelphia

Amtrak•Philadelphia, PA

1d•$113,200 - $146,664•Onsite

About The Position

This role is being created to support a multi-year transformational project at Amtrak, as support for normal department operations. As this position is tied to that project work, continuation of work after completion of the project would depend on business needs at that time. Job Summary Lead, manage, and perform advanced cost accounting activities, supporting inventory and overhead accounting processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies and GAAP. Prepare and upload journal entries, complete reconciliations, analyze cost data, and provide critical insights to support operational and financial decision-making. Partner closely with cross-functional teams and lead or assist in a variety of ad-hoc projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
Plus 7 years of relevant work experience.
Strong working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical capability and the capacity to control system data in accordance with corporate policies and procedures
Ability to collect, organize, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data
Ability to clearly describe or explain information, concepts, ideas, and instructions
Strong comprehension skills to learn various business processes and quickly grasp new concepts, approaches, and systems
Interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a cohesive and results-oriented environment
Ability to identify and implement process improvement and change
Ability to multi-task effectively and patiently while remaining flexible in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving skills, especially in a high-pressure environment
Superior written communication skills, strong listening and speaking skills
Demonstrated reliability through an excellent attendance record and satisfactory work performance history

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
Plus 9 years of relevant work experience.
Strong working knowledge of SAP and other Amtrak applications

Responsibilities

Prepare and upload journal entries related to inventory and overhead accounting activities
Prepare various inventory and overhead-related reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of disputes
Monitor inventory transactions processed in the field to ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Prepare, analyze, and interpret inventory and overhead reports, providing insight into variances and trends
Support month-end and year-end close processes for inventory and overhead accounting
Analyze direct labor, overhead, and material costs to facilitate accurate quarterly adjustments
Support annual budget development and periodic overhead forecasts
Develop, document, and enhance processes related to cost accounting, inventory controls, and overhead allocations
Lead or assist with ad-hoc requests and special projects for inventory and overhead accounting teams
Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Internal Audit, and external auditors to ensure proper accounting treatment, support audit activities, and drive continuous improvement of cost accounting processes