Shop Accountant

EAGLE RAILCAR SERVICES

Eagle Railcar Services is growing and needing to add additional members to our team! As the nation’s leading provider of railcar repair services, we are proud to expand Eagle’s footprint in the U.S., meeting our customers’ continuing demands for a viable repair solution in the heart of the Midwest.

Founded in 2001, Eagle Railcar Services has focused on building a robust network of full-service rail car repair facilities, while continuing to deliver the boutique experience to our customers. Eagle Railcar Services is now comprised of twelve repair shops located in Georgia, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Kansas.

Shop Accountant Description

Position Title: Shop Accountant

Reports to: Corporate

Position summary:

The Shop Accountant will possess an understanding of financial accounting standards & procedures and apply knowledge to properly oversee all financial transactions at the shop level along with heavy inventory. This position will be responsible for the preparation and interpretation of month end closing activities, inventory control and billing analysis. This position provides recommendations to management in support of the achievement of company goals. Position reports to Corporate Accounting.

Tasks:

• Provide financial direction/support to shop managers/core management teams
• Prepare financial analysis to monitor spending in key areas (labor, inventory, etc.)
• Maintain active participation in plant operations
• Monitor and enforce internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures
• Participate and facilitate cost reduction in inventory procedures
• Prepare physical inventory reporting and cycle count analysis
• Maintain and improve processes and controls associated with shop costs and inventory valuation
• Assist with the review of excess/obsolete inventory/long lead time inventory
• Conduct inventory reconciliations monthly
• Prepare various financial models, as appropriate; prepare and review various account reconciliations
• Prepare monthly WIP analysis
• Analyze plant labor and inventory transactions for optimal billing levels
• Perform work order review/analysis for accuracy and completeness
• Participate in month-end close activities/related variances, analysis, monthly shop performance
• Review Freight In/Out on a monthly basis
• Represent Accounting on teams designed to improve operations, reduce costs, eliminate error, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills:

• Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where standardization generally exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral format.
• Familiarity with accounting software systems. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Must be able to withstand reasonable physical demands to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in a shop environment.

Qualities:

• Excellent time management, organization, communication and leadership skills.

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Accounting in a job costing environment.
• Hands-on ERP experience preferred, experience with Sage Construction a plus.

EAGLE RAILCAR SERVICES

Shop Accountant Description

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location