8150BR

PRS Facility Location:

Montgomery, AL MOW - 080

Job Purpose:

The Accounting Assistant III position is responsible for assisting the finance department in creating and maintaining accurate and timely financial records for the company. This description is merely a summary and should not be deemed as inclusive of all the duties associated with this job.

Offering a $2500 Sign on Bonus

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Company Description:

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

Education / Training:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required;

• Associate level degree or higher preferred.

Job Title:

Accounting Assistant III

City:

Montgomery

Key Job Elements:

• Answer phones and mail pickups;

• Enter Accounts Payable invoices;

• Work with corporate AR on collection efforts:

o Reprint invoices;

o Provide proof-of-delivery information;

o Send corrected invoices to customers for billing mistakes;

o Follow up on collection calls;

• Process invoices (includes reviewing pro-forma invoices for mistakes, work with Shipping to correct, print final invoices, & shredding unused documents);

• Post integrations for Sales Invoices;

• Perform routine inventory adjustments;

• Review EDI errors, correct, and resubmit to corporate AR;

• Provide documents to be scanned to front desk;

• Review Unapplied Cash report and follow up to resolve;

• Send AR adjustments, including unapplied cash, to corporate AR for processing;

• Process credit memos (RGAs, invoice errors, etc.);

• Attend safety, departmental, and monthly meetings as scheduled.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 2-3 years previous experience in AP process;

• Proficient in Microsoft Office;

• Ability to multi-task, pay close attention to detail and follow through;

• Must be able to stay organized and work in a fast-paced environment.

EEO:

Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Benefits:

Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.

• Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.

Job Category:

Finance/Accounting

State::

Alabama