Senior Accountant

American Industrial Transport•Saint Charles, MO

11d•$80,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AITX is a leading provider of railcar services solutions, and as our fleet continues to expand, so do the needs of our accounting organization. We are seeking a Senior Accountant to support operational excellence through accurate financial reporting and efficient accounting processes. As a valued member of the accounting team, this role will contribute across multiple areas of the accounting function and play an integral part in day-to-day financial operations. This hybrid position requires four days per week at our Saint Charles office, conveniently located off Historic Main Street.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) with the ability to apply accounting standards effectively.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including linked workbooks, data imports, complex formulas, and pivot tables.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented and hands-on approach with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across various departments and organizational levels.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Nice To Haves

CPA certification preferred, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Experience with SAP S/4HANA considered a plus.
ADRA, Blackline or Flowcast operating systems to balance sheet reconciliation software.

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze financial information to support journal entries for AITX’s fleet and repair business and assist with month-end close activities.
Calculate and record monthly servicing fees and maintenance-related adjustments.
Process journal entries in compliance with ASC 606 revenue recognition standards.
Monitor and process adjustments for financial leases.
Provide support for monthly intercompany settlements across 50+ entities.
Assist with researching, tracking accounting discrepancies and reporting issues.
Leverage ERP and billing systems reporting systems to conduct month-over-month analysis and variance analysis for fleet and repair operations.
Monitor the general ledger by performing account reconciliations using ADRA, Blackline or Flowcast operating systems.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting workflow efficiencies and accuracy to current accounting procedures.
Support ad hoc financial projects, analysis, and audit-related requests as needed.