Fixed Asset Staff Accountant

COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Operating since 1979, Textainer is one of the world’s largest intermodal container lessors with more than 4 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) in our owned and managed fleet. We supply standard dry freight, specialized, and refrigerated containers to more than 250 global customers, including all of the world’s leading shipping lines. We lease tank containers through our relationship with Trifleet Leasing. Our company also leads the resale industry, having secured our status as one of the largest sellers of used containers. Over 1,500 customers call upon Textainer yearly to purchase more than 140,000 units. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Assist with the monthly general ledger close process, ensuring that the process provides timely and accurate financial reporting Perform certain areas of the monthly close (prepare journal entries and reconciliations) Prepare account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and account analysis Prepare audit schedules for external auditors Assist with management reporting and ad hoc reporting as required Assist with compliance with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close procedures and reporting requirements Assist with monthly P&L Balance Sheet variance/flux analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness of balances Work with other team members to resolve reconciliation discrepancies Collaborate with other departments to ensure business transactions have been properly recorded Assist in the creation and/or documentation of accounting policies, processes, and procedures Understand the various accounting systems used and evaluate and recommend changes for performance, efficiency, and growth, drive process improvements and system automation Knowledge, skills and abilities: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related degree 1-3 years of accounting experience Proficient excel skills required (vlookups, pivot tables, etc.) Experience supporting a full cycle close Ability to perform month-end fluctuation analysis Be a strong team player – enjoy working with colleagues at all levels of the organization Take ownership of job responsibilities and ad hoc projects Strong understanding and working knowledge of GAAP required Detail-oriented and shows willingness to learn Deadline-oriented Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently Working knowledge of Oracle Fixed Assets and Oracle ERP a plus Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift 5 pounds at times. Textainer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected status. Please see the Careers page on our website for our Notice to Applicants.