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As a Top 25 builder, developer, and EPC, our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.
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SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently looking for an Accountant to join our team. This individual will prepare and maintain timely, accurate and reliable Accounts Payable and Payroll accounting records for M.A. Mortenson Company and related entities. Ensure financial information and activities are accounted for in compliance with applicable internal polices and technical accounting guidance. Maintain the accuracy of financial information through analytical review procedures, internal controls and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete month-end financial close activities, including preparation and posting of journal entries supported by appropriate documentation, analytical review of account activity, and research. Identify and pursue opportunities to streamline financial close processes and assist in implementing improvements identified.
• Prepare monthly quarterly Payroll and Accounts Payable account reconciliations and supporting documentation for assigned accounts. Assist in the development of enhanced reporting analysis of data to support account reconciliations and related accounting activities.
• Prepare and analyze monthly department metrics for Core Finance Operations.
• Support for weekly project labor allocation entries and analysis, investment and insurance programs and related general ledger accounts.
• Maintain formal procedures, internal controls, and appropriate segregation of duties for key accounting processes and calculations. Assist with identifying and implementing continuous improvements to accounting processes.
• Ensure accounting processes and activities align with internal policies and technical accounting requirements. Assist in documenting and reviewing process flows related to key accounting transactions / activities to clearly articulate and assess the relevant impact to affected financial processes and accounts.
• Work with external auditors on interim and year-end audit activities, including preparation of workpapers and supporting analysis.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and participate in special projects, as identified.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of two to three years related experience, including prior experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and external audit documentation requests
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel
• Strong computer skills, with experience in general ledger software; Oracle Financials / Projects preferred
• General knowledge of technical accounting principles / US GAAP, accounting processes / best practices, and internal controls
• Shown ability in meeting expectations and related deadlines; ability to work with different personalities and work styles
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Professional, business-driven mentality with the ability to communicate and interact with all levels of the organization, as well as external parties
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with initiative to seek innovative solutions and drive efficient change
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; effective time-management skills
• Results- and deadline-oriented to ensure delivery of appropriate products and services in an accurate, complete, and timely fashion
• Ability to work cross-functionally across multiple departments in a collaborative, team-based environment
• Active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to diverse input and feedback

Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

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