Assistant II, Accounting

Progress Rail•Taylor Mill, KY

About The Position

The Accounting Assistant works directly with the plant Accounting Manager and handles accounts payable and other day-to-day accounting administrative tasks. The role supports billing and reporting by preparing spreadsheets, working with data, and verifying its accuracy. It also provides general administrative support and assists with special projects.

Requirements

Associate-level degree or higher, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including graphs, charts, sorting, and pivot tables.
Good communication skills and the ability to work well with all levels of the organization.
Ability to multitask, with strong organizational skills, follow-through, and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills; a professional attitude and dependability.
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and handle confidential information.
Ability to learn company-specific software packages.

Nice To Haves

Apple iOS operating system experience.
Database experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain and create spreadsheets and other documents.
Assist the Accounting team with billing using data pulled into spreadsheets.
Prepare daily activity reports by pulling and sorting data into spreadsheets and verifying its accuracy for billing purposes.
Perform filing and other general administrative duties.
Communicate with and assist employees and management at all levels.
Support special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, no waiting period, and immediate vesting.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance, plus an HDHP and HSA with seed money.
Flexible spending accounts.
Paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid time off.
Employee assistance plan.
Education assistance program.
Employee recognition programs.
Site-specific production and incentive plans.
Site-specific step and skill level wage adjustment plans.
Site-specific relocation and sign-on bonus programs.