Sr. Accountant - CPA Preferred

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.•Mesa, AZ

33d

About The Position

The Senior Accountant provides support in accounting, compliance, reporting, and analysis within the region. Reporting to the Manager, Accounting, this position helps ensure financial information is prepared accurately and on time in accordance with applicable accounting guidance. Railroad experience is not required. The role requires living within 50 miles of the assigned location or being willing to relocate; relocation assistance is available. Employment is subject to pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review, possible federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, and background screening.

Requirements

Self-motivation and the ability to drive change, manage multiple tasks, and continuously evaluate priorities to complete tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze information skillfully, and develop alternative solutions.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to build trust by treating customers, peers, and others with integrity and respect, upholding organizational values, and keeping commitments.
Ability to work as part of a team, balance team and individual responsibilities, contribute to a positive team spirit, and support others’ efforts to succeed.
Must live within 50 miles of the assigned location or be willing to relocate.
Must complete required pre-employment medical review and background screening; may be subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Four or more years of related work experience.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting; degrees in finance, business, or other related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience, will also be considered.
Master’s degree and/or CPA.

Responsibilities

Assist with all phases of closing and reporting for assigned duties, including preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and analyzing income statement and balance sheet variances.
Communicate and coordinate with other departments and regional personnel to provide accounting support.
Contribute to team efforts by completing related tasks as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage.
Life insurance.
Optional accident, critical illness, hospital, identity theft, and life insurance coverages.
Flexible spending and health savings account plans.
Employee Assistance Program.
401(k) retirement plan.
On-the-job training and paid training.
Paid time off.
Tuition reimbursement.
Relocation assistance.