2025 Accounting Associate (Entry Level, Trainee Program)

Requisition 38197:

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Accounting Associates work in our dynamic Expenditure Accounting group and support a broad set of operational accounting functions across the company. As an Associate, you will join a diverse team of experienced professionals and be assigned to one of our four functional departments: Accounts Payable, Capital Accounting, Payroll, and Miscellaneous Billing.

As a Norfolk Southern Accounting Associate, you will expect to gain the following experience:

* Hands-on Experience: engage in meaningful projects that align with your academic and career goals.

* Mentorship: benefit from guidance and mentorship from seasoned professionals in your department.

* Professionally Network: connect with professionals across various departments, building valuable relationships for your future career.

* Learning Opportunities: access training and development resources to enhance your skills and knowledge.

* Inclusive Environment: join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values collaboration and innovation.

Position Responsibilities

* Assist in monthly close process and support various scheduled and ad hoc reporting requirements.

* Create data sets through technology tools and applications to develop data-driven insights into business results and accounting practices at Norfolk Southern.

* Utilize analytical tools to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement within departments.

* Review and reconcile general ledger accounts to support compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, corporate policy, internal controls, and all regulatory requirements.

* Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal business partners.

* Review business transactions and coordinate with management concerning discrepancies.

* Develop full understanding of end-to-end business processes related to assigned department.

* Provide comprehensive updates to the management team and related stakeholders regarding departmental assignments.

Education

* Bachelors Degree or higher required.

* Degrees Preferred: Accounting, Finance or other related fields.

Skills Required

* 0-2 years of relevant work exposure and/or experience.

Skills Preferred

* Exposure or experience with data visualization tools for dashboard creation or enhancements.

* Exposure or experience using data analytical tools for quantitative business analysis.

Soft Skills

* A self-starter committed to seeking opportunities to learn about the rail industry and accounting practices.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Exceptional customer service skills.

* Ability to manage time, plan, and prioritize work demands effectively.

* Positive and professional attitude.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Work Conditions

Environment: Hybrid (two days in office; three days remote)

Shift Work: No

On-Call: No

Weekend Work: No

Company Overview

Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country's population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.

At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.

Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.