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:

Accountant 1 is an entry-level professional responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations in a highly regulated aerospace manufacturing environment. This role ensures accurate financial records, supports month-end close, and assists with compliance to GAAP, internal controls, and applicable aerospace and government requirements.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of Company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable Company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of Company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.

• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Perform account reconciliations (cash, AP, AR, inventory, fixed assets)
• Support cost accounting activities related to manufacturing operations
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory and WIP accounting records
• Review transactions for accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance
• Support internal and external audits, including government or customer audits
• Assist with financial reports and schedules for management review
• Assist with product cost analysis (actual vs standard) and cost savings calculations, creating budgets, forecasts and activity rates.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls
• Provide financial analysis and reporting on results and trends of operations.
• Maintain organized accounting records in accordance with retention requirements
• Collaborate with operations, purchasing, and payroll teams as needed
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned
• Prepare monthly closing journal entries and adjustments to financial records; organize, analyze and complete month end financial statements.
• Adhere to all SOX requirements to ensure full SOX compliance.

Aerospace / Manufacturing-Specific Responsibilities:

• Assist with job cost tracking and manufacturing variances
• Support compliance with FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and other regulatory requirements (as applicable)
• Help ensure financial data accuracy for government contracts and customer reporting
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and export-controlled information

Required Skills:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Basic understanding of GAAP
• Familiarity with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Costpoint, NetSuite)
• Strong Excel skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to follow procedures in a regulated environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• 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 organization 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 detail balanced with a big picture focus.
• Familiar with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations.
• 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.
• Manufacturing environment experience preferred.

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 0-2 years of accounting experience (manufacturing or aerospace preferred)
• Internship or entry-level accounting experience acceptable

Department & Reports to:

• Department: Accounting and Finance
• Reports to: Accounting Manager