Accountant 1

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Position Summary:

We're seeking an Accountant I to support our finance organization with precision, analytical insight, and a commitment to operational excellence in aerospace manufacturing. This role combines core accounting responsibilities with financial analysis, offering a well-rounded foundation in both disciplines.

Approximately 65% of your time will focus on transactional accounting-supporting journal entries, reconciliations, inventory and cost tracking, and financial reporting. You'll ensure compliance with Corporate Policies and Procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, while assisting with internal and external audits.

The remaining 35% of your time will be dedicated to financial analysis, interpreting performance metrics, supporting budgets and forecasts, and contributing to strategic business plans. You'll work closely with the Controller and cross-functional teams to analyze cost drivers, improve forecasting accuracy, and align financial performance with operational goals. You'll also coordinate with Division and Corporate finance to help achieve broader business objectives.

This position requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in accounting principles and a passion for using data to drive decisions. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Excel, ERP systems, and financial reporting tools, and eager to grow within a fast-paced, high-precision manufacturing environment.

If you're ready to launch your accounting career and make a measurable impact on aerospace excellence, we invite you to join us.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Transactional Accounting (65%):

• Support journal entries, reconciliations, inventory and cost tracking, and financial reporting to include various month-end journal entries and accruals.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including sub-ledgers, generate monthly journal entries, and reconcile accounts. Research any discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with Corporate Policies and Procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Ensure full revenue recognition compliance.
• Complete transfer pricing calculations and booking.
• Present past due results to the division during weekly cash calls.
• Complete credit reviews and analysis for review with the Controller.
• Complete contract reviews for review with the Controller.
• Complete various intercompany accounting transactions.
• Work closely with the purchasing and receiving teams to ensure all transactions are complete and resolve any issues timely.
• Complete various reporting requests as needed.
• Financial Quarterly Review completion, review, and commentary for assigned schedules.
• Adhere to all SOX requirements to ensure full SOX compliance.
• Complete special projects including internal, division, and corporate requests.
• Perform all aspects of the position according to the PCC Code of Conduct.

Financial Analysis (35%):

• Interpret performance metrics, support budgets and forecasts, and contribute to strategic business plans.
• Work closely with the Controller and cross-functional teams to analyze cost drivers, improve forecasting accuracy, and align financial performance with operational goals.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and internal reports, providing summaries and recommendations for management regarding financial activities.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Produce and maintain business dashboard reports (daily flex, weekly P&L, and others).
• Assist with inventory controls, including work-in-progress (WIP), raw materials, critical spares, reserves, and fixed assets.
• Assist with product cost development and cost savings calculations, creating budgets, forecasts, and activity rates.
• Establish and maintain effective communication and coordination with team members, coworkers, production staff, and management.
• Review and improve daily processes and tasks to expedite and enhance workflow.
• Create and maintain adequate and appropriate procedural documentation.
• Develop, maintain, and distribute ad-hoc reports and financial models as required.
• Review all capital projects and perform. Assist local management with financial support of capital expenditure as required.
• Forecast/Budget.
• Complete government surveys, tax returns, sales tax, and censuses as required.
• Support completion of FQR package.
• Banking activities: Process checks, check daily incoming payments, cancel and reissue checks, monthly bank reconciliations, create one-off ACH/Wire transfer payments in JPM.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Excel with intermediate skills in other Microsoft Office products.
• Team player with a proactive, positive attitude and a strong sense of self-motivation, accountability, and responsibility.
• Ability to quickly understand concepts and think through possible solutions and implications.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities using strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• High degree of integrity while working with confidential information discreetly and appropriately.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an emphasis on attention to balanced detail with a big-picture focus.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret financial data, with an understanding of GAAP and regulatory requirements as well as company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ability to rely on experience and judgment to work independently to prioritize and accomplish daily tasks.
• Ability to identify and research accounting issues independently and communicate conclusions effectively both verbally and in written form.
• Familiarity with manufacturing/processing environments is preferred.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to 100% compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.

Experience & Education:

• BS or BA in Accounting or equivalent.
• 1+ years of accounting experience.
• Accounting experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.