Sr. Accountant

MYR Group•Thornton, CO

1d•$80,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Performs advanced, multifaceted accounting functions related to general ledger maintenance, analysis, and preparing monthly financials in a timely manner. Prepares and posts complex journal entries. Prepares and interprets financial and management reports from financial data within short time constraints and makes recommendations that may have both short-term and long-term impacts on the company’s accounting functions. Analyzes complex financial and operating data to prepare financial and management reports, as well as projections. Investigates and resolves complex problems independently related to various financial data such as fixed asset data, budgets, and balance sheet items. Monitors business activities of the organization through the maintenance and control of financial records. Prepares audit support and works with both internal and external audit. Company Overview With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute 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 rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre-construction services, and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience working with accounting functions
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Knowledge of accounting principles, methods, and applications
Ability to analyze and interpret more complex financial data and prepare financial reports and statements, as well as other management reports and projections
Knowledge of finance, accounting, and budgeting
Knowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications
Proficient with Microsoft applications
Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to set-up and maintain financial accounts and ledgers
Strong data entry, time management, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levels of employees
Must be detail-oriented with exceptional interpersonal capabilities

Responsibilities

Responsible for reviewing and posting of journal entries
Monitors and reviews accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness
Coordinates the preparation of regularly scheduled financial analysis
Analyzes, reconciles, balances, and maintains accounting records in accordance with GAAP
Interacts with other departments to aid them in understanding various financial and management reports
Participates in audit activities for both internal and external auditors as needed, and in other audit projects as appropriate
Lead or participate in ad-hoc projects as necessary
Coordinates more complex accounting projects and initiatives with other members of the accounting and finance team or with other departments
Performs variance and trend analysis as appropriate
Assist with process improvements and development of internal controls
Cross train and support other positions within the office
Other duties as assigned
Regular and predictable attendance
Essential functions of this position are to be performed at 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

Benefits

Salary $80,000-$95,000 / year
Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Two days per week remote work option for non-field roles depending on position and performance.
Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars 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 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, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.