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Union Tank Car Company - UTLX · 3 days ago

Accounting Manager

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$121K/yr - $148K/yr

8+ years exp

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) is part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings, backed by Berkshire Hathaway. The Accounting Manager is responsible for providing accurate financial information regarding the company’s profitability and liquidity, leading month-end closings, and managing audits.

ManufacturingPublic TransportationTransportation

Responsibilities

Responsible for the review of month-end entries and submission of other needed entries to comply with Marmon SPI/GAAP and or IASB

Lead and manage month end closing requirements and direct staff to ensure closure is done timely

Provides creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance

Lead all internal or external audits

Overseeing the shops inventory each year if needed (travel/overnight stays are required)

Manage and upload completed trail balance and ensure that balance sheet reconciliations are done and tied out

Drives process improvement and policy development initiatives to better the team

Works with other departments to ensure accuracy of the trial balance

Works with each plant to provide information needed to help support the operation

Participates in and actively supports initiatives to ensure that the Company achieves its goals

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Leadership and people skills to lead, direct, influence, and motivate team members, peers, and executives

Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office and financial software applications

Understanding of GAAP and ISB

Experience with Foreign Currency Translations

Detail orientated with the ability to multi-task and manage time effectively

Ability to sit at a computer for an extended period of time

Hybrid work environment with 2 days in office required (Chicago, IL USA or Oakville, ON Canada)

Ability to travel up to 10%

Qualification

GAAPFinancial softwareLeadership skillsForeign Currency TranslationsSpreadsheet proficiencyTeam motivationAccountabilityDetail orientedCommunication skillsTime managementOwnership