Corporate Accountant

Job Summary

As a Corporate Accountant at CSX, you will be an active partner in ensuring a timely and accurate month-end close. This role works closely with internal and external business partners to support the accounting needs of all subsidiaries under the CSX Corporate umbrella. The primary duties of this role include: preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, management reporting and the preparation of financial and other regulatory disclosures. In support of a strong internal control environment this role is involved in the execution of SOX controls, including partaking in the monthly certification of consolidated results. This role interfaces with various levels of management within the Finance Organization as well as within operations and support departments to obtain information and data for specific work responsibilities. Other duties include ad hoc projects to support growth, modernization, and streamlining of existing processes.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Prepare and upload monthly journal entries. Load, consolidate, and review financial data
• Complete assigned balance sheet account reconciliations
• Create weekly and quarterly reports for management review
• Participate in special projects and cross-functional activities, as assigned
• Pursue opportunities for process improvement
• Provide information to internal and external auditors as required
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/4-year Degree
• 1 or more years of experience in Accounting

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate Degree
• 3 or more years of experience in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of General Ledger and Consolidation systems such as Oracle, SAP, OneStream
• Microsoft Office and other data analyzation tools

Leadership

The CSX Leadership Model is the foundation of our Talent Strategy and is what drives CSX performance. CSX accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following: producing results, creating change, and inspiring excellence.

Job Requirements

• May be required to complete a background check
• Work hours may vary in length and schedule (may include a non-standard work week)