We are seeking a talented individual to join our Controllership team at Marsh McLennan. This role will be based in Urbandale and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.

As a Staff Accountant II - Revenue Recognition, you will be a key expert in applying ASC 606 standards, ensuring accurate contract review and financial reporting. You’ll lead projects, support month-end close processes, and collaborate with internal teams and auditors to maintain compliance and drive process improvements. This role offers the opportunity to influence global accounting practices while developing your expertise in a dynamic, team-oriented environment!

We will count on you to:

Serve as a subject matter expert on company revenue recognition policies in accordance with ASC 606Analyze complex transactions against supporting documentation to ensure compliance with company accounting policyTake a lead role in cross-functional projects that create efficiency and drive global consistency by partnering with finance, operations and legal teamsCollaborate with internal and external auditors to answer questions and provide support for queriesReview current control landscape for automation opportunities, including the creation of proposals and project plans

What you need to have: 

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent experiencePrior accounting experience (2+ years preferred), including experience with journal entries, general ledger reconciliation, and month-end closeIntermediate to advanced proficiency with MS Excel, including pivot tablesStrong communication skills, both written and verbalExperience working with internal or external audits and implementing process improvements.Effective problem-solving and analytical skillsExcellent time management skills

What makes you stand out?

Prior experience in the insurance industryRevenue recognition experience in accordance with ASC 606

Why join our team:

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities.Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.