Senior Accountant

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Union Tank Car Company & Procor/Berkshire Hathaway Company

The Senior Accountant is responsible for assigned journal entries to ensure accuracy and timely completion of month-end close, preparation of financial statements/supporting schedules for management reporting, and providing analysis and commentary on financial results through variance and flux reviews. The position is also responsible for OneStream consolidation reporting, reconciliation of general ledger accounts, and supports manager with both internal and external audits. Additional responsibilities involve completing government census and survey submissions, actively assisting the FP&A team during budgeting and forecasting cycles, and providing ad-hoc support for various company initiatives. These initiatives may include ERP or software implementations, documentation of processes, and identification of opportunities for improvement. The Senior Accountant regularly interacts with multiple levels across the organization, offering financial insights to aid in the analysis and interpretation of results.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare accurate financial statements, variance analysis, flux analysis, and supporting schedules to inform business decisions.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for a variety of transactions and accounts.
• Oversee the fixed asset subledger (BNA Fixed Asset), ensuring data integrity and compliance with company accounting policies and GAAP.
• Maintain and manage the OneStream consolidation reporting process.
• Actively participate in the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Review journal entries and reconciliations prepared by staff and other team members to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support internal and external audits with precision and professionalism.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a culture of excellence.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve existing accounting processes using technology.
• Develop and maintain internal operating and training materials aligned with company internal controls and Standard Process Instructions (SPIs).
• Support organizational initiatives such as ERP implementation and other cross-functional projects.
• Contribute to quality improvement efforts and Responsible Care initiatives to help the company meet its operational and sustainability goals.

SKILLS/SPEFICIATIONS:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with a clear and concise style.
• Deep understanding of financial accounting principles, financial statements, and internal control frameworks.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality financial reporting.
• Self-motivated and accountable, with a keen sense of ownership and pride in work that drives organizational impact with excellence.
• Effective at managing, delegating, and prioritizing tasks to meet tight reporting deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookup/index formulas, Power Pivot, and other analytical tools.
• Ability to collaborate well with cross functional teams of all levels.
• Process-oriented mindset with a passion for innovation—eager to explore and apply emerging technologies like AI to enhance efficiency.
• Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving capabilities.
• Solid grasp of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for accurate classification, recording, and reporting of financial transactions.
• Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, particularly Section 404 requirements.
• Ability to sit at a computer for an extended period of time.
• Hybrid work environment with minimum 2 days in office required (Chicago or Oakville Office)
• Ability to work extended hours as required by role during month end close and budget season.

The incumbent works to meet internal and external customer expectations at all times by fully applying oneself to the task involved, preventing errors, and developing and implementing personal quality improvement projects. In addition, the incumbent is required to understand the SPIs of Marmon and actively enforce and uphold them at