Senior Accountant

MMC Corporate • Urbandale, IA

44d • Hybrid

About The Position

Marsh is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Controllership Team within the Financial Reporting function. This position can be based in either Urbandale, Iowa, or New York, NY, and requires being in the office three days a week.
The Senior Accountant will perform a pivotal role for the Global Controllership function, driving the financial reporting process and ensuring compliance with corporate policies and external reporting requirements.
What can you expect?
Be a part of a global accounting team
Work in a fast-paced environment in a company with strong values
Interact with senior leadership across the enterprise
Be a subject matter expert on accounting and reporting issues

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or the equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years of overall professional experience in Accounting (Big 4 or public accounting experience preferred)
• Knowledge of Microsoft packages
• Technical proficiency in US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements

Nice To Haves

• A Masters degree
• Strong organizational, project management, and multi-tasking skills with demonstrated ability to manage expectations and deliver results
• Positive attitude, with strong influencing skills
• Inclusive working style and effective communication skills are essential
• Quick learning team player that is highly motivated and energetic

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of publicly filed financial documents in accordance with US public company standards
• Stay current with recent accounting and financial pronouncements (SEC, FASB, PCAOB etc.) and perform the necessary research to provide recommendations to Management for their likely impact on the Company
• Contribute to the periodic review and update of existing Accounting Policies, and drafting of new policies as necessary
• Assist with external audits including preparation and review of financial statements under US GAAP
• Serve as point of contact for external auditors on financial statement disclosure and tie out questions
• Ensure compliance with internal control policies in a SOX environment
• Coach staff as required and provide guidance, advice and support to ensure issues are resolved and addressed appropriately and in a timely fashion
• Develop actionable insights in response to ad hoc requests for financial information, as well as analysis using various reporting tools
• Participate in/lead planning and implementation of projects affecting the function and its processes
• Develop and maintain relationships with other functional groups (Investor Relations, Corporate Treasury, FP&A, etc.), business segments and stakeholders
• Adhere to the philosophy of “continuous improvement” by always looking for ways to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of our processes

Benefits

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients, and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.
• health and welfare benefits
• tuition assistance
• 401K savings and other retirement programs
• employee assistance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees