Jr. Staff Accountant

We are a mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP); building automation; and industrial piping contractor. Our team offers a variety of MEP and process piping services, including design-build engineering for new construction and renovation, installation and specialty construction, maintenance, and air balancing, start-up, and energy efficiency services.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to develop broad-based skills across both general accounting and construction accounting. The ideal candidate will bring a foundational understanding of accounting principles, a strong work ethic, and the ability to collaborate effectively with operations teams across the organization.

• Prepare and complete monthly account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of any discrepancies.
• Determine, calculate, and process sales and use tax filings in compliance with applicable state and local regulations.
• Manage payroll tax withholding calculations and coordinate timely remittances to the appropriate taxing authorities.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records in accordance with company policies and GAAP.
• Support the preparation of financial reporting and management reports as needed.
• Assist with internal or external audit requests by gathering supporting documentation and reconciliations.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis as needed for senior leadership.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within finance and accounting to enhance efficiency and control.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Foundational understanding of accounting principles.
• Meaningful experience in Microsoft products (Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.)
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and process flow
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a service‑minded approach.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; move within the office to retrieve files and meet with employees in their offices or conference room.
• Able to work at a computer (reading and keying) for extended periods of time.
• This role may require communicating verbally and in writing one on one, in small groups, as well as presenting to larger groups of employees.
• Employees may be required to travel for job related business.

The work environment is a typical office environment.

DeBra‑Kuempel offers a competitive benefits package to non‑union employees, including health benefits, paid time off, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, company discounts, and more. Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement will receive benefits as negotiated within their specific CBA and may be eligible to participate in our voluntary supplemental union benefits program.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled