Sr Accountant
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Job Location:
Paragould, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At Greenbrier we do the hard work that matters.The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) is powering the movement of products around the world as a leading designer manufacturer and supplier of freight rail transportation equipment and services.
Greenbriers heritage of hard work and industrial innovation is celebrated at every level of our organization.We structure our business to support teams that deliver innovative solutions for our customers while positively impacting the world around us.
Greenbriers success begins with people. We believe in supporting our global workforce through our unwavering attention to Safety Quality Respect for People and Customer Satisfaction. Our Inclusion Diversity Engagement Access and Leadership (IDEAL) commitment is rooted in these values which lead to a culture where employees are engaged and feel good about coming to work every day.
Summary
The Senior Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager at Greenbrier Leasing Company and works as part of the finance team. This role prepares and analyzes financial statements ensures compliance with accounting standards maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts and oversees month-end and year-end closing processes to produce accurate financial reports. Additional duties are assigned as needed to meet business requirements and adapt to changing practices.
The Sr. Accountant will support third-party customers by processing accurate invoices responding to financial inquiries and maintaining professional relationships to support customer satisfaction.
The position requires strong analytical skills attention to detail project management abilities and the capacity to collaborate effectively across the organization. Must be able to perform successfully in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.
- Prepare journal entries and journal entries posting for multiple legal entities in accordance with US GAAP
- Perform monthly account reconciliations variance and trend analysis
- Handle complex lease modifications such as early terminations extensions and variable lease payments while ensuring accurate financial reporting
- Research and provide guidance on complex lease-related transactions such as sale-leaseback arrangements leasing pools or subleasing
- Oversee accounting processes for various legal entities in compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g. ASC 842 ASC 606 etc.)
- Gain understanding of contracts and agreements in order to apply proper accounting manage lease documentation including the tracking of lease obligation and payments
- Review billing instructions for accuracy and completeness prepare monthly customer invoicing and collection reports for the Company
- Prepare distribution report supporting invoice and cash collection schedule for third-party customers
- Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and addressing any audit findings or recommendations
- Prepare and report debt-related reports and covenant compliance to management and stakeholders
- Perform ad hoc reports and additional accounting duties as needed to support the team
- Strong analytical and organizational skills must be able to understand complex transactions and issues with a demonstrated ability to think outside the box
- A proven ability to work in a team environment as well as independently and the ability to interact confidently with leadership and others across the Company
Qualifications
The following generally describes requirements to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or related fied required
- 5 years of experience in the general ledger financial reporting and financial analysis
- Knowledge and expertise in US GAAP
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with focus on Excel
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA certification and / or Big 4 Public accounting experience
- Lease accounting experience preferred
- Experience in D365 and/or OneStream is a plus
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Position will be required to be on site at our Paragould facility with occasional remote work.
- Occasional travel to our other business locations may be required.
Physical Activities and Requirements
Frequency Key
Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation
Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5 hours/day)
Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5: 5.5 hours/day)
Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hours/day)
Working Postures
- Sit: Frequently
- Stand: Occasionally
- Walk: Occasionally
- Bend: Occasionally
- Kneel/Squat: Not Applicable
- Crawl: Not Applicable
- Climb: Not Applicable
- Reach Forward: Occasionally
- Reach Upward: Occasionally
- Handling/Fingering: Occasionally
Lift / Carry Requirements
- 5-10 lbs: Occasionally
- 10-25 lbs: Not Applicable
- 25-50 lbs: Not Applicable
- 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable
- 75 lbs: Not Applicable
Push / Pull Requirements
- Up to 10 lbs: Occasionally
- 10-25 lbs: Not Applicable
- 25-50 lbs: Not Applicable
- 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable
- 75 lbs: Not Applicable
EOE including Vet/Disability
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Greenbrier makes reasonable accommodations in the application and hiring process for individuals with known disabilities unless providing accommodation would result in an undue hardship. Any applicant believing that he or she may need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact Greenbrier Human Resources ator call us at .
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Internal Audit
- Accounting Tally
- General Ledger Accounting
- External Audit
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Payroll
- Financial Recouncilation
- Financial statement
- Accounting and Finance
- ACCA
- CPA
- Financial Reporting
About Company
The Greenbrier Companies are a global leader in transportation manufacturing and freight services.
