Finance Co-Op Spring 2025

Job Description

Job Description

Finance Co-Op

Amsted Rail is a globally integrated manufacturer. Freight car builders, as well as railroads, car owners, and leasing companies rely on us to provide components and innovative systems for freight cars and locomotives, repair and service, and location and condition monitoring. From the big picture to the finest details, Amsted Rail is continuously improving the heavy haul landscape.

As an employee-owned company, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit, and through competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and internal advancement opportunities, you will have the chance to create a career you can be proud of.

Amsted Rail in Granite City, Illinois is seeking a Finance Co-Op for the position. This role is responsible for supporting the finance department in key tasks, gaining practical experience in financial processes within the heavy manufacturing industry.

Who you are:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work from written or verbal instructions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Self-motivated with the ability to apply creativity and education to practical finance tasks

What you will do:

• Assist with financial reporting and analysis
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Participate in data entry, reconciliation, and financial documentation
• Work closely with finance professionals to understand industry best practices
• Engage in problem-solving to drive innovative solutions

Requirements:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

What we offer you:

• Autonomy to be an expert in a role that will impact the success of our global business.
• New hires generally start between $18 - $20.
• A benefits package is included.
• Paid vacation, and holidays.
• Our commitment to employees’ professional satisfaction includes creating space and opportunities to be creative and an integral part of our innovation journey and business success. For employees’ personal fulfillment, we invest in everyone’s growth and development while ensuring a work environment that values them as an individual, with their unique set of strengths and beliefs.
• Being part of a team that cares about YOU – the professional and the person.

Amsted Rail’s Equal Opportunity Statement:

Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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