Staff Accountant

Who We Are:

RailPros is the premier provider of engineering and diversified safety services to America's rail and transit industry. Driven by a passion for our people, clients, and communities, we are committed to solving our customers' challenges and earning their trust through teamwork, continuous improvement, and service excellence. As a people first organization, we prioritize the safety, well being, and growth of our employees, fostering a culture of caring and support. We believe that when our people thrive, our company thrives.

Our mission is to enhance mobility, safety, and quality of life for residents, passengers, and partner companies. We do more than just provide services; we are constantly innovating and staying informed of industry developments to help our customers succeed. Join us in our shared goal of keeping America moving and ensuring customer satisfaction in an environment where your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged. Apply now and become a part of our exciting journey!

Job Summary:

A meticulous and proactive Staff Accountant with key responsibilities to include managing the general ledger, reconciling accounts, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards, and relevant regulations.
• Assist in managing the month-end close process and creating journal entries.
• Maintaining prepaid assets and amortizations, recording related journal entries as needed.
• Review financial statements, ensuring accuracy, and compliance with GAAP.
• Maintaining the fixed asset subledger and respective account reconciliation to the general ledger.
• Coordinate and support the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors.
• Assist with tax compliance and business license requirements.
• Managing financial and operating lease accounting under ASC 842.
• Knowledge of project accounting and project-based billing.
• Improve systems and procedures, supporting replacement and testing of software for company.
• Identify and implement opportunities for streamlining accounting processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Other duties assigned to support the Accounting department.