Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

Job Location: Fort Worth
Other Potential Locations: Fort Worth, TX; Missoula, MT 
Anticipated Start Date: 05/16/2024
Number of Positions: 1 
Salary Range: $80,000-$105,000

Who we are and what we do

Do you want to be a part of something that really matters? Team BNSF includes professionals focused on safety and service that play a vital role in delivering the nation's freight. Together, we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local, national and global economies. Our rail network is one of the largest freight railroads, spanning 28 western states and serving three Canadian provinces.

What we believe

At BNSF, our Vision and Values drive who we are, not only in our words, but also our actions. BNSF is committed to our foundational values of equality and inclusion. As members of the BNSF community, our employees are entitled to:

• be treated with dignity and respect.
• have equal access to tools, resources, training and development opportunities.
• have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.

We model the way through our leadership, our BNSF Diversity Councils, our eclectic Business Resource Groups, our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serve and through training programs. Our actions create an inclusive, open and collaborative workplace that encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions.

This position is located at our Fort Worth, Texas corporate office or Missoula, MT and has the potential to be a hybrid position with up to 50% remote work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the accounting and forecasting of BNSF benefit plans and trust accounts; prepares benefit plan disclosures for 10-Q and 10-K.
• Responsible for the preparation and review of Form 11-K’s, Benefit Plan financial statements and Form 5500’s.
• Acts as a liaison among internal departments, various service partners, and external auditors to properly account for and audit benefit plans.
• Assists with quarterly communications and deliverables to parent company related to the plans.
• Stays current on plan assumptions and the associated financial implications for reporting purposes.
• Proactively identify, recommend, and implement process improvements.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with BNSF or the accounting department of another company
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Able to research accounting and reporting issues and propose conclusions on the proper accounting treatment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities
• Strong project management skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Public accounting experience
• Masters’ degree in accounting or business administration
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with BNSF or the accounting department of another company

BENEFITS

BNSF offers competitive benefit programs and services including, but not limited to 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Plan
• Railroad Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS

• Criminal history 
• Last 7 years of driving history
• Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
• Social Security number
• Education

MEDICAL REVIEW ELEMENTS:

• Medical evaluation
• Drug Screen
• Other elements as needed

DRUG TEST ELEMENTS:

BNSF is committed to a safe and drug free work place and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a hair drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping BNSF safe and drug free.

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.

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