Accounting Assistant; Accounts Receivable

Overview

The AR Accounting Assistant will use organization and detail orientation skills to process customer payments in a timely manner. The Accounts Receivable Accounting Assistant is responsible for entry of customer payments and general reimbursements in the company's accounting software system and utilization of Microsoft Excel. The assistant will also assist with depositing checks via remote deposit process and provide additional general administrative support as needed.

With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group is a publicly traded holding company of 13 specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group and its subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada, contributing to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.

Throughout our history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most notable projects including transmission/distribution/substation, commercial and industrial, storm restoration, and renewable (solar and wind farms) energy.

• Access payment data through bank websites
• Data entry of customer payments to open invoices in the company’s accounting system
• Entry of miscellaneous reimbursements to general ledger accounts
• Deposit checks to bank account via remote deposit process
• Verify invoice details and payment differences with various operations teams throughout the company
• Communicate with customers when payment questions arise
• Respond promptly and accurately to internal and external inquiries
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Perform essential functions in a company-designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable

• Minimum 1 year of data entry, office administration, or accounting experience is required
• High school diploma or GED is required

• Customer service aptitude and high attention to detail
• Ability to work within a team environment with a collaborative approach
• Ability to meet required deadlines
• Excellent communicator, not afraid to ask questions
• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal capabilities
• Superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Capability to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel (accuracy with data entry, formatting fields, and standardizing data)
• Familiarity with business systems and working knowledge of accounts receivable and accounting software

• Salary $54,000-$64,000/yr
  Commensurate with experience with weekly pay. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing (low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) – fifteen dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage
• Dental – 100% employer-paid premium
• Thrive Pass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program – $250 quarterly, $1,000 annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases
• Annual paid time off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid holidays (cultural celebration day is a floating holiday)
• Generous 401(k) plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and annual profit‑sharing potential
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more)
• Company-paid parental leave program including birth and adoption
• Company-paid short and long‑term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, , group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees…