Assistant Controller Jobs

Job ID: 17371

Benefits Offering
RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

Pay Range: $140000 - 148000 / year

Position Summary
Supports the Controller in all areas including corporate reporting, financial planning and analysis, taxation, and budget preparation/forecasting. Ensures company accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles and that internal policies and controls are followed.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepares internal reports and works on special projects as requested
• Manages and assists with financial audits
• Assists with hiring, training, and managing staff
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements
• Supervises accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll
• Substantiates and justifies expenditures and expense reports
• Assists with the preparation of financial analyses, outlooks, and forecasts
• Audits workflow to assure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized
• Prepares financial statements
• Works with department managers and corporate staff to develop budgets and business plans
• Supervises and/or prepares monthly journal entries
• Manages and reviews monthly closing process
• Manages accounting procedures and ensures compliance with internal controls including Company policies, GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley
• Supervises and/or prepares general ledger reconciliations

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills
• A minimum of 4 years senior-level finance or accounting experience, construction industry experience preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects within tight timeframes
• Ability to effectively train and manage staff
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
• Ability to perform with a high level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local financial regulations
• Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting; Master’s Degree and CPA preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Frequently sits for long periods of time
• May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending
• Frequently speaks, reads, writes and uses a computer keyboard
• Works in an office environment

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.

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RailWorks Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.