Accountant

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

On-site gym

Wellness program

Parking

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies in Omaha, NE is seeking an Accountant to coordinate, review, analyze, reconcile, and interpret financial information, preparing working papers and GAAP financial statements for one or more companies. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, with 2+ years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and a commitment to accuracy.

CPA preferred; opportunity to contribute to financial reporting, audits, and process improvements in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 2+ years in accounting/financial reporting; CPA preferred.
• Knowledge of statutory, investment, or insurance accounting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Compile, review, analyze, reconcile, and interpret financial information for GAAP reporting.
• Prepare working papers and internal, statutory, and GAAP financial statements.
• Coordinate communication of accounting information to auditors and management.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Support tax provisions and related workpapers; assist with regulatory filings.
• Assist with internal controls and cross-functional collaboration with actuaries and tax teams.

Skills

Accounting principles

GAAP

Financial reporting

Reconciliation

Excel

CPA preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

## AccountantApplylocations: Omaha, NEtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R14884Company:BHHIC Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Insurance Company**As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of insurance companies, we offer outstanding opportunities for professionals interested in working with a successful company. We offer unparalleled financial strength, stability and “large company” benefits, in addition to an exciting, friendly, “small company” atmosphere.**The **Accountant** is responsible for coordinating, compiling, reviewing, analyzing, reconciling, and interpreting financial information from various sources to support accurate and timely financial reporting. This role prepares working papers, internal, statutory, and GAAP financial statements and supplementary schedules for one or more companies, branches, or divisions. The Accountant works closely with management, auditors, actuaries, tax professionals, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining the integrity of financial reporting processes.The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive, with a strong foundation in accounting principles and financial reporting. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to financial operations, support audit and tax reporting activities, and drive process improvements within a collaborative accounting environment.### ### What will you do?* Compile, review, analyze, reconcile, and interpret financial information from various sources and prepare working papers, internal, statutory, and GAAP financial statements, and supplementary schedules for one or more companies or business units.* Reconcile assigned company investment, cash, and general ledger accounts, including researching and resolving discrepancies and supporting complex account reconciliations.* Coordinate the communication of daily, monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting and financial reporting information, including the preparation of management reports and related analysis.* Review and recommend improvements to accounting processes, reconciliations, databases, reports, and financial reporting workflows to improve efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness.* Respond to inquiries from internal and external auditors, state regulators, and management regarding financial transactions, balances, procedures, internal controls, and supporting documentation.* Support the preparation of quarterly federal and state GAAP and statutory income tax provisions, including related journal entries, deferred tax schedules, and tax workpapers.* Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, memoranda, and supporting workpapers for quarterly and annual statutory reporting and audit reviews.* Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners, including actuaries and tax professionals, to support financial statement preparation and regulatory reporting requirements.* Assist with internal control documentation, identify control gaps, and help implement corrective actions and process improvements.* Prepare miscellaneous filings and reports, including estimated tax payment workpapers, tax-related schedules, Secretary of State filings, and reconciliations of tax-related general ledger accounts as needed.### ### What are we looking for?* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.* Two or more years of accounting, financial reporting, or related professional experience.* Working knowledge of general accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.* Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and other standard business applications.* Strong analytical, reconciliation, research, and problem-solving skills.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Ability to prioritize workloads, meet deadlines, and maintain strict confidentiality.* Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.* CPA designation preferred.* Knowledge of statutory accounting principles, investment accounting, insurance accounting, or database reporting tools is preferred.* MBA or other advanced accounting or finance credentials are a plus.### ### Someone who may excel in this role:* Enjoys analyzing financial data and identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.* Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.* Thrives in a deadline-driven environment with multiple priorities and reporting requirements.* Communicates financial information clearly and effectively to both financial and non-financial audiences.* Approaches complex accounting issues with curiosity, critical thinking, and strong problem-solving skills.* Maintains confidentiality and exercises sound professional judgment.* Works effectively both independently and collaboratively across teams.* Continuously looks for opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency.* Adapts quickly to changing business needs, priorities, and regulatory requirements.* Takes ownership of responsibilities and consistently delivers high-quality work.### *A comprehensive benefits package is available for regular, full-time employees, including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance as well as a 401(k) with company match. We also proudly offer 100% upfront tuition reimbursement to regular, full-time employees, to further your education. Our Omaha office boasts a complimentary state-of-the-art, on-site gym, a robust wellness program, low-cost downtown parking, and numerous volunteer and networking opportunities with other emerging professionals.*### About UsFounded in 1940, National Indemnity Company (NICO) has become one of the leading property & casualty members of the Berkshire Hathaway Group of insurance companies, offering one of the widest selections of commercial insurance products in the industry and the highest possible financial strength rating by A.M. Best an A++XV rating. With the added diversity of three owned agencies, Northern States Agency, Pacific Gateway Insurance Agency, and Ringwalt & Lieshe Co., our employees embody the strength, stability, and integrity National Indemnity Company stands for. Joining our innovative corporate structure meshing “large company” benefits with a comfortable, “small company” atmosphere at our home office or at one of our owned agencies, your coworkers become family.We value our employees and what’s important to them – whether healthy living or philanthropy. We believe in investing in and encouraging our employees’ total well-being yields dividends time and time again.A comprehensive benefits package is available for regular, full-time employees, including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance as well as a 401(k) with company match. We also proudly offer 100% upfront tuition reimbursement to regular, full-time employees, to further your education. Our Omaha office boasts a complimentary state-of-the-art, on-site gym, a robust wellness program, low-cost downtown parking, and numerous volunteer and networking opportunities with other emerging professionals.