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Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company · 7 hours ago

Corporate Accountant - Financial Reporting

Albertville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company is a leading provider of railroad products and services. The Corporate Accountant will perform various corporate accounting functions related to multi-legal entities consolidation accounting, including month-end closing, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and other financial reporting duties.

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Responsibilities

Assist in month, quarter and year-end financial close with primary responsibility for certain key closing tasks, back up responsibility for other closing tasks related to consolidated financial reporting

Support software system for consolidated financial reporting

Maintain work instructions

Preparation and entry of a variety of journal entries

Assist with preparation and analysis of financial statements and supporting reports

Perform balance sheet reconciliations including timely follow-up and clearing of reconciling items

Responsible for several SEC reporting requests required by Caterpillar corporate accounting

Responsible for several tax information requests required by Caterpillar tax department

Assist in preparation of supporting schedules required for quarterly and annual audits

Support the identification and implementation of process improvements

Solve problems and develop new methods of analysis

Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses as requested

Participate in and/or lead special projects as needed

Assure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SOX controls

Assist in other financial areas as necessary

Qualification

US GAAPCPAFinancial ReportingMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical SkillsTeamworkCommunication SkillsOrganization SkillsTime Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required

Understanding of basic accounting procedures and knowledge of US GAAP

Ability and desire to work in a collaborative, teamwork environment

Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills

Demonstrated strong organization and time management skills, able to consistently meet deadlines

Preferred

Master's degree, a plus

CPA, a plus

Two - four years of experience preferred in accounting or finance

Recommended graduate degree and/or professional certification

CPA/CMA or progress toward certification

Experience with month, quarter and year-end close and consolidations

Experience in a complex environment

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Plan

Education Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

Company

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

Glassdoor3.5

Our team creates lifelong customer relationships, supplying comprehensive rolling stock and infrastructure solutions for the global rail industry and setting the standard for excellence.

Founded in 1983

Albertville, Alabama, USA

5001-10000 employees