About the Company HSF Affiliates LLC, the parent company of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is seeking an Accountant to join the Finance team. Our business is providing tools and services for use by our networks of independently owned and operated franchise real estate brokerages. We are a subsidiary of HomeServices of America and an affiliate of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. Summary This position will provide general ledger support and have reporting responsibilities to the Director, Financial Reporting. Detailed Description The Accountant will be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Journal entry processing and account reconciliation.
- Support monthly close activities including running month-end financial reports and researching and preparing variance analyses for balance sheet accounts responsible for reconciling.
- Support interim and year end external audit.
- Support internal audit.
- Provide assistance in preparation and maintenance of internal and corporate management reporting.
- Prepare interim and year-end financial statement for Marketing Fee Program.
- Update and maintain fixed asset accounting software.
- Reconcile bank account activity.
- Update and reconcile financial reporting in parent company budgeting/financial reporting system.
- Work on ad hoc requests from management, as needed.
- Provide general assistance to GL department.
Work Experience/QualificationsEducation
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years financial analysis and accounting experience preferred.
- Detail oriented with strong accounting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of general ledger accounts, especially balance sheet and expense (i.e. such as prepaid/deposits).
- Process improvement experience and working knowledge of internal controls.
- Financial system conversion experience and testing desired.
Knowledge & Skills
- Must be self-motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of employees within the organization and collaborate with cross -functional teams.
- Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting tight deadlines.
- MS Office including advanced Excel skills including macros, v look-up, pivot tables and linking of complex spreadsheets.
- Experience with web based financial systems required. Oracle General Ledger, Oracle Cash Management, Kyriba, Oracle Business Intelligence, Essbase, Sage Fixed Assets, and Planful desirable.
- Overtime will be required during peak period.
Wage: $85,000 - $90,000 annually; actual wage is based upon education and experience. Benefits: Full suite of benefits including Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation (PTO), 401(k) with employer match, Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Location: Irvine, CA (Hybrid) Equal Opportunity Employer