Accounting Associate

At Everus, employees come first. We provide great pay, benefits and growth opportunities to more than 9,000 highly skilled team members across the country who are united by the common goal of safely Building America's Future. We take great pride in the work our employees do each day, which drives our success as one of the Top 12 largest specialty contractors in the nation, and we will ensure you have the tools, training and opportunities for a successful career.

We look forward to having you on the team!

This role is responsible for performing accounting analysis, financial reporting support, process improvement initiatives, compliance activities, and operational decision support in the following accounting functions: accounts payable, general accounting, purchasing, credit card transactions, expense reimbursements, vendor invoices and payments, customer payments and fixed asset accounting.

Responsible for understanding, upholding, and promoting the Everus 4

EVER Strategy.
Employees | Value | Execution | Relationships

• A working knowledge of accounting at a level normally acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; and
• Two or more years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, purchasing, compliance or business analysis.

• Prepare, review, and analyze accounting transactions in accordance with established policies, procedures, and accounting standards, utilizing a variety of accounting systems and applications to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Review and evaluate month-end accounting activity, complex vendor transactions, payment exceptions, and unusual accounting matters to determine appropriate accounting treatment and compliance with company policies.
• Analyze invoice exceptions, non-routine transactions, determine appropriate resolution strategies, and provide guidance to stakeholders regarding policy interpretation and accounting treatment.
• Evaluate vendor payment trends, cash-disbursement risks, and payment methodologies, providing recommendations to management to improve efficiency, internal controls, and working capital management.
• Interpret and apply corporate travel, procurement, and expense reimbursement policies while exercising independent judgment to identify exceptions, compliance concerns, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Review accounting transactions and supporting documentation to evaluate compliance with company policies, accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal control requirements.
• Independently investigate and resolve complex accounting and operational issues involving vendors, departments, business units and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Serve as a subject matter expert regarding accounts payable, expense management, purchasing controls, and related accounting processes.
• Assist management in developing accounting policies, procedures, and workflow improvements.
• Participate in cross-functional projects involving finance, procurement, information technology, and operations.
• Support the evaluation, design, testing, and implementation of financial system enhancements and business process automation initiatives.
• Evaluate outstanding accounts payable transactions, stale-dated checks, vendor credits, and related financial records to determine escheatment requirements and reporting obligations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Partners with business units and other stakeholders to develop and implement procedures to monitor unclaimed property exposure, interpret regulatory requirements, and recommend process improvements that reduce compliance risk.
• Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.

• Possesses strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates adaptability, continuous learning, and the ability to identify, recommend, and support the implementation of process enhancements that improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Maintains the confidentiality and security of sensitive corporate financial information.
• Displays exceptional attention to detail and analytical precision, ensuring the accuracy, completeness and integrity of financial data, reports, and business processes.
• Proven ability to accurately review and evaluate a high volume of transaction requests while meeting established deadlines and ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, or contracts.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all team members as well as internal and external customers from all levels of the corporation.
• Proficient in use of accounting software programs, including experience with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Exercises independent judgment in evaluating transactions, recommending process improvements, interpreting company policies, and resolving complex accounting matters.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing accounting data, internal controls, and operational…