FreightCar America, Inc.
Corporate Accounting & External Reporting Manager
FreightCar America, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Corporate Accounting & External Reporting Manager
Base pay range: $120,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr
Manage and oversee the corporate accounting and reporting functions for the organization, including the monthly, quarterly and year end closing and SEC reporting (forms 10-Q and 10-K) and earning release materials. Manage the technical accounting review process as well as company-wide accounting policy creation, review and implementation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manage the general accounting and month-end close for the corporation.
Ensure the general ledger is maintained in conformance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
Responsible for lease accounting according to company policy and GAAP.
Lead equity and stock-based compensation award administration for the Company, including month-end accounting processes.
Responsible for all intercompany accounting and corporate consolidation.
Participate in the preparation of internal financial reports and monthly executive summary reports
Ensure timely reconciliation of balance sheet accounts on a monthly and quarterly basis.
Lead the monthly accounting close process to ensure proper cut-off procedures and that all transactions are accounted for.
Analyze and provide explanations and recommendations for material variances.
Set up and maintain a strong system of internal controls over accounting transactions.
Prepare analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results.
Own and be accountable for all processes related to SEC reporting.
Ensure accurate presentation of financial statements and disclosures in 10-Q and 10-K reports in accordance with US GAAP and SEC rules.
Lead technical accounting research and implementation of new processes and procedures to ensure compliance with new accounting standards.
Prepare required monthly/quarterly debt covenants from banks and other lenders.
Support the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts as necessary.
Assist management to ensure the reporting requirements related to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
Support internal and external audits and regulatory examinations.
Assist investor relations with the preparation of the quarterly earnings release and related documents.
Lead and mentor direct reports, offering strategic guidance on high-level projects while ensuring overall effectiveness and efficiency of the department.
Participate and/or lead special projects and analysis as determined by the Corporate Controller or CFO.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with a major in Accounting or related field.
CPA required.
MBA and/or CMA preferred.
Work Experience: Minimum of 5 to 8 years of general accounting experience in a manufacturing/corporate environment with preferably 3-4 years of experience in Big four firms.
Experience with DFIN Active Disclosure reporting software highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and SOX compliance is also required.
Some travel may be required.
Specialized Knowledge: Problem-solver; accountable; self-starter; builder; analytical; strong technical accounting background with US GAAP, SOX 404, and SEC reporting standards; experience with technical research; exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to draft disclosures, MD&A, and other public and private communications; able to work with FP&A, Sales, legal and R&D; flexible and analytical in a dynamic environment; meticulous attention to detail; proficiency in Microsoft Office, Hyperion and knowledge of Oracle ERP systems.
Disclaimer:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
FreightCar America provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
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Manage and oversee the corporate accounting and reporting functions for the organization, including the monthly, quarterly and year end closing and SEC reporting (forms 10-Q and 10-K) and earning release materials. Manage the technical accounting review process as well as company-wide accounting policy creation, review and implementation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manage the general accounting and month-end close for the corporation.
Ensure the general ledger is maintained in conformance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
Responsible for lease accounting according to company policy and GAAP.
Lead equity and stock-based compensation award administration for the Company, including month-end accounting processes.
Responsible for all intercompany accounting and corporate consolidation.
Participate in the preparation of internal financial reports and monthly executive summary reports
Ensure timely reconciliation of balance sheet accounts on a monthly and quarterly basis.
Lead the monthly accounting close process to ensure proper cut-off procedures and that all transactions are accounted for.
Analyze and provide explanations and recommendations for material variances.
Set up and maintain a strong system of internal controls over accounting transactions.
Prepare analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results.
Own and be accountable for all processes related to SEC reporting.
Ensure accurate presentation of financial statements and disclosures in 10-Q and 10-K reports in accordance with US GAAP and SEC rules.
Lead technical accounting research and implementation of new processes and procedures to ensure compliance with new accounting standards.
Prepare required monthly/quarterly debt covenants from banks and other lenders.
Support the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts as necessary.
Assist management to ensure the reporting requirements related to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
Support internal and external audits and regulatory examinations.
Assist investor relations with the preparation of the quarterly earnings release and related documents.
Lead and mentor direct reports, offering strategic guidance on high-level projects while ensuring overall effectiveness and efficiency of the department.
Participate and/or lead special projects and analysis as determined by the Corporate Controller or CFO.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with a major in Accounting or related field.
CPA required.
MBA and/or CMA preferred.
Work Experience: Minimum of 5 to 8 years of general accounting experience in a manufacturing/corporate environment with preferably 3-4 years of experience in Big four firms.
Experience with DFIN Active Disclosure reporting software highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and SOX compliance is also required.
Some travel may be required.
Specialized Knowledge: Problem-solver; accountable; self-starter; builder; analytical; strong technical accounting background with US GAAP, SOX 404, and SEC reporting standards; experience with technical research; exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to draft disclosures, MD&A, and other public and private communications; able to work with FP&A, Sales, legal and R&D; flexible and analytical in a dynamic environment; meticulous attention to detail; proficiency in Microsoft Office, Hyperion and knowledge of Oracle ERP systems.
Disclaimer:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
FreightCar America provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
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