Sr. Accountant - CPA Preferred

Canyon & Cascade 1855 W Baseline Rd Mesa, AZ 85202, USA Admin, Professional & Operations Support Full-Time Requisition #: SRACC009130 Description Company / Benefits Overview: Canyon & Cascade (C&C) is a newly formed rail company bringing together more than 10 freight railroads and 500 employees across the Western United States. We provide transportation and logistics services to more than 200 customers and are building on a strong foundation of proven rail operations and service excellence. This is an opportunity to join a growing organization at an exciting point in its history and help shape the future of C&C. Your work will contribute to building a strong culture, delivering exceptional service to our customers, and creating a successful organization for years to come. At C&C, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence . We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great *benefits below: Life Insurance Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Retirement Plan On the Job Training Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement And more! * Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement Job Summary: The Senior Accountant will report to the Manager, Accounting. This position will provide support in the areas of accounting, compliance, reporting and analysis within the region. The position will also ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial information based upon the applicable accounting guidance. Responsibilities: Assist in all phases of closing and reporting of assigned duties including preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of general ledger accounts and analysis of variances in income statement and balance sheet accounts Communicate and coordinate with other departments and regional personnel in providing accounting support Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Railroad experience is not required Four or more years of related work experience is a plus Self-motivated individual capable of driving change, managing multiple tasks and continuously evaluating priorities to lead tasks/projects to completion in a fast paced environment Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze information skillfully and develop alternative solutions Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to express oneself both verbally and in writing Ability to build trust by treating customers, peers and others with integrity and respect, upholding organizational values and keeping commitments Ability to work as part of a team, balancing team and individual responsibilities and contributing to building a positive team spirit; ability to support everyone’s efforts to succeed Required Education and Credentials : Bachelor’s degree in accounting is preferred Degrees in finance, business, other related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience, will also be considered Master's degree and/or CPA are a plus, but not a requirement Employment Requirements: Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review May be subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening Background screening including conflict of interest, criminal, and motor vehicle driving history Relocation : Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance available for this position. This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting. Canyon & Cascade and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Genesee & Wyoming Inc.