Mgr Accounting (Billing) - 90159781 - Philadelphia

Job Summary

The Manager Accounting - Billing will have the responsibility for leading, managing, and maintaining a system of internal controls related to the reimbursable and direct order billing function, and the systems supporting this area for the Corporation. The Mgr, Billing will also be responsible for the implementation and development of accounting controls and procedures for the processing of billing in the SAP system. The Mgr, Billing will also be heavily involved in month and year end closings and responsible for the annual external audit related to their area of responsibility and will implement policies and internal controls to address audit deficiencies. The Mgr, Billing will be required to participate in corporate-wide initiatives and implementations related to integrated financial systems, such as SAP.

Essential Functions

• Management and training of the staff assigned to the Manager which includes monitoring and evaluating performance and recommending and implementing personnel actions.
• Direct and lead all activity related to Revenue billings and receivable functions that has primary responsibility for recording over $1 billion in annual revenues, assets, and liabilities.
• Assist in development of annual budget for $1 billion in revenues for reimbursable, capital, and joint capital projects as well as direct and commuter billing and other non-transportation items.
• Participate in the development and implementation of organizational processes and business systems. Additionally, the incumbent will be required to participate in corporate wide implementations related to integrated financial systems, such as SAP IFS and SAP AR.
• Ensure accounting associated with Amtrak’s receivables and revenues are recorded in accordance with GAAP and will also assist in identifying any significant non-routine transactions are managed appropriately and in accordance with GAAP.
• Lead and direct all aspects of the monthly accounting cycle to ensure a timely closing of the books of account each month.
• Lead and manage the analysis, documentation, reconciliation, and explanation of assigned general ledger accounts, significant transactions, and variances to budget.
• Seek continuous process improvements to maximize work efficiency.
• Evaluate effectiveness of internal processes and controls and recommends enhancements to data retrieval, documentation, and process flow.
• Provide information, as needed, to various agencies and external auditors that review and audit Amtrak’s financial information.
• Identifying any significant non-routine transactions to ensure they are managed appropriately and in accordance with GAAP.
• Work with various Amtrak departments and Finance sub-groups in the development, review, and update of Finance Policies and Procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience. 
• Plus 7 years of relevant work experience.
• Proven financial management experience reflecting progressive responsibility in the area of accounting, customer billing, financial analysis, and general financial applications. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
• Plus 9 years of relevant work experience.
• MBA, CPA, or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• Transportation / Government industry experience preferred.
• Project accounting experience.
• Divisional Controller experience. 
• Experience with SAP modules FI-GL, FI-AR, PS, CO, and SD, Business Objects, and BPC.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated skill in leading, managing, and motivating team members with varying levels of expertise. Ability to manage staff, delegate tasks and manage multiple priorities at the same time.
• Knowledge of GAAP and GAAS and the ability to apply them to the evaluation and creation of internal controls.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with proven ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels within and outside the organization sufficient to exchange information, work cooperatively, facilitate understanding, and persuade and influence others.
• Ability to develop and utilize performance measurements effectively.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Demonstrated skill at effectively communicating financial concepts to financial and non-financial customers, including the delivery of formal presentations.
• Experience in developing and implementing organizational processes and business systems, including the development of relevant policies and procedures governing these activities.
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles sufficient to plan and control corporate business activity.
• Ability to lead multifaceted projects from concept to conclusion.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management within Amtrak.
• Proficiency with integrated accounting systems, PC Applications, and with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Power Point, and Word.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.Honest, ethical, reliable, responsible, and dependable.Demonstrated skill analyzing, interpreting, and reporting quantitative data for business use and action
• Knowledge and experience associated with Amtrak’s accounting structure.