Sr. Accountant

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway— you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. Marmon is now seeking a Senior Accountant with a service-minded work ethic to support our corporate accounting team. This individual will be responsible for a wide range of accounting tasks, provide key financial reporting support, and participate in related projects. Reporting directly to the Assistant Controller at the corporate office, this is a highly visible and essential role within the organization.

Responsibilities

Assist in leading the monthly corporate financial close process; Manage a direct report; Support the monthly close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and other tasks; Serve as a liaison between Marmon’s groups/business units and corporate accounting; Assist with quarterly financial reporting and supplemental schedules for Berkshire Hathaway, Inc.; Assist with accounting and financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP; Review structured financial data provided by subsidiaries to ensure accurate financial reporting; Ensure compliance with Marmon accounting policies and internal controls; manage the associated policy center; Assist with the accounts payable and expense reimbursement and 1099 preparation processes; Ad-hoc reporting, analysis, and technical accounting projects; Special projects and process automation at the direction of the Assistant Controller

Requirements

BS degree in Accounting; CPA required; 3-5 years of relevant work experience, some public accounting experience required; Microsoft Office including strong Excel skills, comfortable learning new technology; Proven knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and technical accounting research capabilities; High attention to detail and accuracy; A “roll up your sleeves” attitude and willingness to do the day-to-day work; Highly effective communication skills both written and verbal; Passion for collaboration, learning, and process improvements

Nice to have

Some project and personnel management experience preferred; Sage X3, OneStream and/or Alteryx experience a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package; medical; dental; vision; 401k matching