Staff Accountant I

Marsh McLennan • Urbandale, IA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a talented individual to join our GL Accounting Operations team at Marsh. This role will be based in Urbandale and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of six days per month in the office. As a Staff Accountant I, you will support revenue accounting activities across Marsh’s four operating companies, ensuring accurate financial reporting and timely close processes. You will prepare and analyze journal entries, reconciliations, and financial data while identifying trends, resolving accounting issues, and supporting process improvements. This is a great opportunity to collaborate with teams, contribute to impactful projects, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• 0-3 years of professional experience in accounting or finance
• Knowledgeable of reconciliations and journal entries
• Exposure with or exposure to accounting systems
• Keen attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in the MS Office suite

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience successfully automating reporting
• Ability to analyze large data sets
• Capable of thriving in fast paced, dynamic environment while exercising sound judgment

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and approve journal entries, consolidated statements, and client account reconciliations; maintain general ledger accounts
• Research accounting policy and reporting issues; prepare position papers and financial statements, disclosures, and support reconciliations
• Prepare and analyze revenue/expense reports; coordinate accruals and ensure timely monthly and quarterly close
• Perform variation and trend analysis across key GL accounts, carriers, clients, administrative systems, financial statement line items, and related disclosures, including Management's discussion and analysis; present findings to senior management as needed
• Review internal processes and recommend improvements to management; assist and lead implementation of process changes and projects
• Provide guidance and verify the work of less experienced accountants; ensure compliance with corporate policies, carrier agreements, SOX, SSAE16, tax regulations, and applicable local and US GAAP and statutory requirements
• Prepare ad hoc analyses as assigned

Benefits

• professional development opportunities
• supportive leaders
• vibrant and inclusive culture
• talented colleagues
• impact on colleagues, clients, and communities
• range of career opportunities
• benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level