Accountant I

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is seeking an Accountant in Omaha, NE. This role involves preparing financial statements, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. The position offers a hybrid work environment after training and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

On-site gym

Wellness program

Low-cost downtown parking

Qualifications

• 1-2 years related work experience.
• Knowledge of statutory accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and analyzes internal and external financial statements.
• Reconciles assigned company investment and cash accounts.
• Maintains knowledge of insurance accounting developments.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

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Company:

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 preparing, analyzing, and communicating the internal and external Company financial statements, working papers, and statistical and management information related to one or more companies and/or divisions.

This position will be in Omaha, NE, and hybrid after a period of training. This position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship.

What will you do?

• Compiles, reviews, analyzes, reconciles, and interprets financial information from various sources and prepares working papers and internal, statutory, and GAAP basis Company financial statements and supplementary schedules.
• Reconcile assigned company investment and cash accounts, as well as basic general ledger account reconciliations.
• May review or determine general ledger account, department, and allocation coding for invoices, check requests, and travel expense reimbursements.
• May enter data into accounts payable software or give payment request documentation to Accounting Technician to enter into software.
• Maintains working knowledge of related insurance accounting and financial reporting developments.
• Responds to inquiries and answers questions from internal, external, or insurance department auditors regarding financial transactions, balances, and procedures.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field or equivalent.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles.
• 1-2 years related work experience.
• Knowledge of statutory accounting principles.

Who would excel in this role?

• Someone to plan, prioritize, and meet deadlines while working with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Someone who works well independently or as a member of a team as the situation dictates.
• Someone willing to work overtime during seasonal demand, including occasional Saturdays.
• Someone who understands, compiles, reviews, and analyzes financial information.

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 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.