Manager, Accounting & External Reporting

Corporate Accounting & External Reporting Manager

Freight Car America, Inc. provides the following pay range for this role.

• Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr
• Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Manage and oversee the corporate accounting and reporting functions for the organization, including the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end closing and SEC reporting, including Forms 10‑Q and 10‑K and earnings release materials. Manage the technical accounting review process as well as company‑wide accounting policy creation, review, and implementation.

• Manage the general accounting and month‑end close for the corporation.
• Ensure the general ledger is maintained in conformance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Responsible for lease accounting according to company policy and GAAP.
• Lead equity and stock‑based compensation award administration for the Company, including month‑end accounting processes.
• Responsible for all intercompany accounting and corporate consolidation.
• Participate in the preparation of internal financial reports and monthly executive summary reports.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of balance sheet accounts on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Lead the monthly accounting close process to ensure proper cut‑off procedures and that all transactions are accounted for.
• Analyze and provide explanations and recommendations for material variances.
• Set up and maintain a strong system of internal controls over accounting transactions.
• Prepare analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results.
• Own all processes related to SEC reporting.
• Ensure accurate presentation of financial statements and disclosures in 10‑Q and 10‑K reports in accordance with US GAAP and SEC rules.
• Lead technical accounting research and implementation of new processes and procedures to ensure compliance with new accounting standards.
• Prepare required monthly/quarterly debt covenants from banks and other lenders.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts as necessary.
• Assist management to ensure reporting requirements related to the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act.
• Support internal and external audits and regulatory examinations.
• Assist investor relations with the preparation of the quarterly earnings release and related documents.
• Lead and mentor direct reports, offering strategic guidance on high‑level projects while ensuring overall effectiveness and efficiency of the department.
• Participate and/or lead special projects and analysis as determined by the Corporate Controller or CFO.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university with a major in Accounting or a related field.
• CPA required.
• MBA and/or CMA preferred.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 5 to 8 years of general accounting experience in a manufacturing/corporate environment, preferably 3‑4 years in Big Four firms.
• Experience with DFIN Active Disclosure reporting software highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SOX compliance is required.
• Some travel may be required.

Specialized Knowledge:

• Problem‑solver – you enjoy being presented with problems, delivering solutions, and doing whatever it takes to execute and deliver results.
• Accountable – you take ownership over outcomes and are comfortable owning some of our most important public‑facing information.
• Self‑starter – you take initiative and thrive in environments that require you to wear multiple hats.
• Builder – you enjoy building and rebuilding processes and relationships to drive consensus across teams, influence decision‑making, and develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Analytical – you know the highest‑impact questions to ask and can dive into the data to answer those questions.
• Strong technical accounting background with a thorough knowledge of US GAAP, SOX 404, and SEC reporting standards, as well as experience with technical research.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to draft original disclosures, MD&A, and other public and private communications.
• Able to work well with other parts of the business e.g., FP&A, Sales, Legal, and R&D.
• Ability to be…