Accounting Assistant

**11020BR** **PRS Facility Location:** Albertville, AL (PRSC Corp HQ) - 001 **Job Purpose:** Responsible for data entry of Accounts Payable invoices. Work involves accuracy, ability to work within limits of general policies and practices with guidance received from Supervisor/Manager. **Req ID:** 11020BR **Company Description:** Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, 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 cradle-to-grave 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 all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube. **Education / Training:** - High School Diploma required; - Associate Degree or higher preferred. **Job Title:** Accounting Assistant **City:** Albertville **Key Job Elements:** - Upload and process Accounts Payable invoices in an accurate and timely manner; - Optimize invoice automation; - Process invoice exception queues; - Perform extensive research on problem invoices, determine root cause analysis and work to ensure invoices are paid on a timely basis; - Support the efforts of Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to achieve corporate and department goals and objectives; - Follow established Accounting policies and procedures; - Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned. **Qualifications and Experience:** - Minimum of 2 years intermediate Accounts Payable experience preferred; - Action-oriented and solution-driven and able to work in a fast-paced environment; - 10-key calculator skills; - Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); - Experience with SAP, Infor LN, Coupa or other payables system is a plus; - Proven interpersonal, communication and team building skills; - Strong problem-solving skills, multi-tasking skills; - Excel as team player and strive to maximize department performance; - Highly organized and able to maintain accurate information in multiple systems; - Ability to work independently and with a team in a high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness. **EEO:** Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. **Benefits:** Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.** + Competitive Salary + 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting) + Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance + Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money + Flexible Spending Accounts + Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Paid Time-Off (PTO) + Employee Assistance Plan + Education Assistance Program + Employee Recognition Programs + Site specific Production and Incentive Plans + Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans + Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs _*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits._ _**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines._ **Job Category:** Finance/Accounting **State::** Alabama