Accounting Manager

Job ID: 18808 

Benefits Offering

RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives.  We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

 

Salary Range: $130000 - $145000 / year 

 

Position Summary 

Supports the Controller and CAO in all areas of finance including corporate reporting, financial planning and analysis, taxation, and budget preparation/forecasting. Ensures company accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles and that internal policies and controls are followed. 

 

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

•    Prepares financial statements
•    Prepares both internal and external reporting packages 
•    Oversees Corporate and field monthly closing processes and deadlines. 
•    Supervises general ledger reconciliations to ensure accuracy and to efficiently resolve discrepancies 
•    Supervises and prepares journal entries, including tax and allocation entries
•    Reviews and prepares foreign currency transaction/translation entries 
•    Oversees related party transactions, including intercompany, intracompany, investment in subs/JVs and eliminations. 
•    Oversees Corporate processes relating to cash transactions, AR, prepaids, fixed assets, EQ, AP, accruals, DTF accounts etc. 
•    Substantiates and reviews new suppliers/vendors/service providers set up documents 
•    Substantiates and reviews for accuracy expenditures and expense reports. 
•    Manages and assists with financial audits  
•    Assists with the preparation of financial analyses, outlooks, and forecasts 
•    Works with Corporate department managers/staff to develop budgets and business plans   
•    Manages accounting procedures and ensures compliance with internal controls including Company policies, GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley 
•    Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements  
•    Audits workflow to ensure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized 
•    Prepares internal reports and works on special projects as requested 
•    Assists with hiring, training, and managing staff 

 

Required Skills and Qualifications 

•    Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting, Master’s Degree and CPA preferred 
•    A minimum of 4 years senior-level finance or accounting experience, construction industry experience preferred 
•    Public and private accounting experience is required
•    Public audit experience is required
•    Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles  
•    Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems
•    Strong problem solving and resolution capabilities to maintain efficiency and accuracy
•    Working knowledge with foreign currency transactions and translations
•    Knowledge of federal, state, and local financial regulations  
•    Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections  
•    Working knowledge of short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting 
•    Ability to perform with a high level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity 
•    Ability to effectively train and manage staff 
•    Ability to manage multiple projects within tight timeframes 
•    Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills  
•    Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills 

 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
•    Works in an office environment 
•    Frequently sits for long periods of time 
•    Frequently speaks, reads, writes and uses a computer keyboard  
•    May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending
•    Occasional Travel required – 0% to 5%

 

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.  There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned. 

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with Railworks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran sta