Assistant Manager/Manager (Capital Investment Accounting)

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.  

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!

Learn more about BNSF and our Benefits

Job Location: Fort Worth
Other Potential Locations: Fort Worth, TX 
Anticipated Start Date: 01/01/9999
Number of Positions: 1 
Salary Range: $77,600--$110,000

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

The BNSF Railway Finance Department provides innovative strategic solutions and world-class financial services to support BNSF's overall performance. The department is committed to maintaining integrity and recognizing the company's successes, ensuring that BNSF remains a leader in the railway industry. Within the Finance Department, several specialized departments contribute to its overall mission: Controller, Revenue Management, Strategic Sourcing, Tax, Treasury, and Strategic Studies. Each department is vital in managing BNSF's financial health and strategic financial planning. These departments work collaboratively to secure BNSF's economic stability and support its growth and innovation within the railway industry.

 

This is a full-time position located in Fort Worth, TX.   For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely.  Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected.

Salary range:

2+ years of experience: $77,600-$100,000

3+ years of experience: $87,700-$110,000

These ranges reflect what BNSF Railway reasonably expects to pay for this position, based on the role’s level, scope, and responsibilities. Final compensation and position level will be determined by factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay and bonus eligibility, BNSF offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Key responsibilities may include: 

Drive the maintenance and analysis of fixed asset data to perform depreciation rate studies, understanding how changes in BNSF asset maintenance practices, technology, and economic conditions impact those studies. Partner with 3rd party consultants to provide data and review analysis.

Perform accounting for all leased equipment-related transactions, including acquisitions and retirements, leasehold improvements, operating lease payments, and gain/expense amortizations.

Perform month and quarter-end closing responsibilities such as balance sheet and income statement forecasting, capital project and fixed asset system updates, balance sheet reconciliations, and SOX key controls. Prepare annual and quarterly schedules for 10K, 10Q, R-1, various tax requests, and design SOX key controls.

Partner with Marketing, Mechanical, Engineering, and Budgeting teams to identify accounting issues promptly and ensure risks are adequately mitigated.

Assist with equipment lease analysis and accounting research as necessary.

Process new and modified equipment leases in BNSF’s lease accounting software, working with technology services to implement solutions when issues arise.

Create operating lease footnotes and identify related efficiencies and improvements.

 

Daily work is conducted in an indoor office environment.

 

Relocation assistance may be available based on business ne