Controller- Griffin Wheel Division at Amsted Rail in Overland Park, Kansas

Job Description:

Position Responsibilities:

• Direct the month-end closing process for the Griffin Wheel Division, including managing the workflow of the closing from the plants through to corporate entries.


• Manage a team of 3 direct reports who are responsible for the preparation of journal entries, general ledger account analysis, variance analysis, and balance sheet account reconciliations.


• Oversee the creation of monthly reports and supporting schedules for inclusion in Management's monthly operations package.


• Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to existing processes and internal controls.


• Travel to Griffin Wheel Plants to support Plant Controllers and attend inventory counts and audits.


• Ensure compliance to Amsted Rail and Amsted Industries accounting practices.


• Provide financial analysis as needed to support operations initiatives, capital expenditures, commercial activities, and forecasting.


• Identify opportunities to control costs and reduce expenses.


• Support special projects aimed at continuous improvement, or other strategic focus areas.

• B.S. Degree from an accredited university in Accounting.


• 10 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.


• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems. Experience in SAP preferred.


• Knowledge of US generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).


• Proficiency in using business systems (Excel, PowerPoint). Experience using HANA in Excel is a plus.

• Must possess high energy and be highly adaptable to work in a nimble, innovative, and fast-paced environment that supports a culture of continuous learning and development.


• Must have ability to exercise independent judgement and creativity in problem solving.


• Demonstrated ability to influence business outcomes, constructively challenge assumptions and goals and present compelling arguments backed by sound analytics to support positions.


• Strong financial acumen and critical attention to detail


• Must be very approachable and able to develop strong professional relationships and foster involvement at all levels of organization.


• Must be a self-starter and possess the ability to work both independently and with a team.


• Requires the ability to communicate effectively with and persuade non-financial managers, and at times, all employees.


• Must be detail oriented and have strong organizational, problem solving, and analytical skills.

Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go towww.amstedrail.com/careers/ and select EEO Compliance/Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com.

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