Sr. Accountant - CPA Preferred

Company / Benefits Overview:

Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers.

At G&W, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below: 

Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth

Life Insurance

Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance

Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Retirement Plan

On the Job Training

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

And more!

* Benefits are subject to change

Explore your future with G&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant will report to the Manager, Accounting. This position will provide support in the areas of accounting, compliance, reporting and analysis within the region. The position will also ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial information based upon the applicable accounting guidance.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in all phases of closing and reporting of assigned duties including preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of general ledger accounts and analysis of variances in income statement and balance sheet accounts
• Communicate and coordinate with other departments and regional personnel in providing accounting support
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Railroad experience is not required
• Four or more years of related work experience is a plus
• Self-motivated individual capable of driving change, managing multiple tasks and continuously evaluating priorities to lead tasks/projects to completion 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 express oneself both 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, balancing team and individual responsibilities and contributing to building a positive team spirit; ability to support everyone’s efforts to succeed

Required Education and Credentials:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is preferred
• Degrees in finance, business, other related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience, will also be considered
• Master's degree and/or CPA are a plus, but not a requirement

Employment Requirements:

• Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
• May be subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
• Background screening including conflict of interest, criminal, and motor vehicle driving history

Relocation:

Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance available for this position.

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Canyon & Cascade and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.