Manager, Accounting

GATX•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At GATX, we hire the best and offer our employees a dynamic, energetic, collaborative environment to enable them to make an impact from day one. Enjoy the perks and benefits of a global company with the close-knit culture and community of a much smaller one. In the same way we strive to empower our customers to propel the world forward, we are dedicated to providing our people with the tools and resources they need to advance in their careers. This position oversees accounting and reporting activities for GATX’s Rail North America and Corporate segments, including, but not limited to accounting for prepaids, accruals, pension and OPEB plans, derivatives and debt. This includes direct oversite over the accurate and timely recording of transactions and compiling of monthly results in SAP, completing monthly/quarterly variance analysis and reporting packages and developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting or Finance
6+ years’ experience working in an accounting function
Supervisory and leadership skills to assess, coach, develop and manage performance of staff.
Sound technical knowledge of accounting policies and procedures, financial and operating controls as well as good analytical and oral communication skills.
Must be able to identify issues, analyze them, develop creative solutions and leverage the team to implement them.
This is a hybrid position that will require the employee to work in the office at least 3 days a week throughout the year.

Nice To Haves

CPA or working towards one desired

Responsibilities

Monthly Accounting and Reporting of Rail North America and Corporate segments: Ensure monthly activities are properly recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP and GATX accounting policies and all applicable balances are properly stated
Ensure accuracy, completeness and timeliness of general ledger accounts in accordance with established deadlines
Review and approval of all journal entries, reporting roll forwards and balance sheet account reconciliations
Compilation and review of the monthly & quarterly reporting packages including income statement and balance sheet variance analysis, key performance metrics and statement of cash flows
Review and manage the preparation of schedules to assist financial reporting team with 10-Q and 10-K disclosure requirements
Assist with internal and external audit requests
Provide support to other departments with various finance inquiries
Ensure effectiveness of internal control environment
Evaluate, develop, and maintain documentation on operating procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls
Monitor and ensure that all general ledger accounts are maintained in compliance with established accounting policies
Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure compliance
Manage, train and coach personnel under supervision: Establish priorities and set expectations
Assist team members and others across the organization to understand and accurately use financial information.
Special Projects: Perform adhoc requests and special projects as requested, which may include various accountings initiatives, systems projects, internal reporting, and other analysis deemed appropriate.