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The Director, Internal Reporting is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of Berkshire Hathaway Energy's consolidated internal financial reporting processes, corporate accounting activities, and related financial systems. This position leads the monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycle for Berkshire Hathaway Energy and its subsidiaries, ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of consolidated financial information provided to executive management, Berkshire Hathaway Inc., and other stakeholders.
This role serves as the primary leader for consolidated financial reporting activities, financial close governance, accounting process standardization, and cross-business reporting initiatives. The Director partners with business unit finance organizations, corporate accounting functions, tax, treasury, information technology, and executive leadership to drive operational excellence, maintain strong internal controls, support strategic projects, and implement accounting and reporting improvements across the organization.
The Director must possess extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial consolidation processes, internal controls, accounting systems, and utility and energy industry reporting practices. The position plays a key role in evaluating complex accounting matters, leading enterprise-wide reporting initiatives, developing accounting talent, and supporting the company's long-term financial and operational objectives.
Responsibilities
Lead Internal Financial Reporting and Consolidation Activities (20-25%)
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of Berkshire Hathaway Energy's monthly, quarterly, and annual internal financial reporting processes. Ensure consolidated financial information is prepared accurately, consistently, and timely in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Oversee preparation and review of consolidated financial reporting packages distributed to executive leadership and Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
Lead Corporate Accounting and Consolidation Governance (15-20%)
Direct corporate accounting activities for Berkshire Hathaway Energy parent and affiliated corporate entities. Oversee accounting policies, intercompany processes, legal entity reporting, consolidation structures, and close governance procedures to ensure consistency and financial integrity across the organization.
Drive Strategic Accounting and Reporting Initiatives (10-15%)
Establish direction and serve as executive sponsor for cross-business accounting and reporting initiatives. Lead efforts to standardize reporting processes, improve efficiencies, enhance data quality, and implement best practices throughout domestic and international operations.
Financial Systems and Process Improvement (10-15%)
Provide support with financial reporting systems, consolidation platforms, and related technologies. Partner with Information Technology and finance organizations to develop system strategies, prioritize enhancements, improve automation, and strengthen the overall reporting environment.
Enterprise Business Partnering and Technical Guidance (10-15%)
Maintain strong relationships with business unit financial leadership and provide guidance on complex accounting, consolidation, and reporting matters. Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on financial reporting implications of significant transactions, organizational changes, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives.
Internal Controls and Compliance Oversight (5-10%)
Provide oversight of financial reporting controls and compliance activities. Ensure processes support compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 requirements and other applicable governance standards. Promote a strong control environment and continuous improvement in risk management practices.
Accounting Standards and Technical Accounting (5-10%)
Monitor emerging accounting standards and reporting requirements. Lead implementation efforts for new accounting guidance impacting the organization and ensure consistent interpretation and application across all business units.
Regulatory and Financial Reporting Support (0-5%)
Support internal and external reporting requirements, regulatory filings, and financial data requests. Coordinate with external reporting, tax, treasury, and business unit finance teams to ensure consistency and completeness of reported financial information.
Organizational Leadership and Talent Development (5-10%)
Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development for accounting and financial reporting personnel. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Develop succession plans and build organizational capabilities to support long-term business objectives.
Additional Duties (0-5%)
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field and certified public accountant required. Advanced accounting or finance degree and/or public accounting experience preferred.
Ten years of progressive accounting, financial reporting and consolidation experience, including four years supervisory/management experience.
Advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including interpreting and implementing accounting standard, and financial consolidation principles.
Advanced proficiency with ERP, reporting, and consolidation systems, including Oracle Fusion Cloud and related reporting technologies, including Excel, Access and Word.
Experience leading large-scale process improvement and systems implementation initiatives preferred.
Utility, energy, or regulated industry experience preferred.
Advanced understanding of internal controls, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and financial governance.
Strong leadership and organizational development capabilities.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including executive-level presentation skills.
Ability to influence and lead across organizational boundaries.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
Ability to build partnerships and collaborate effectively with executive leadership, business units, and external stakeholders
About Us
Berkshire Hathaway Energy is comprised of locally managed businesses that share a vision for the energy future. The businesses deliver low-cost, safe, reliable service each day to more than 12 million customers and end-users throughout the U.S., Great Britain and Alberta, Canada.
About the Team
Berkshire Hathaway Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.