Accounting Associate

Esi Electrical Contractors, Inc.; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 57,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Sick leave

Vacation

11 paid holidays

Flexible work hours

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Everus Construction Group, Inc. is seeking an accounting professional to perform analysis, assist with financial reporting, and support process improvements across accounts payable, general accounting, purchasing, and asset accounting.

The role emphasizes compliance, policy interpretation, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize working capital and internal controls. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and at least two years of progressive accounting

Qualifications

• 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.
• Two or more years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, purchasing, compliance or business analysis.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

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.

JOB SUMMARY:

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 4EVER Strategy.
Employees | Value | Execution | Relationships

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPENTENCIES:

• 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 processes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in the construction industry.


• Experience in publicly traded or SOX-compliant organizations.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Salary Range: $57,170 - $64,315


• Annual short-term incentive bonus of up to 10% of eligible wages based on eligibility and company goal achievement


• Medical insurance (health savings account), including free programs Hinge Health and Omada


• Enhanced mental health and work-life services through Lyra Health


• Virtual care through Doctor on Demand


• Vision insurance


• Life insurance for employees, spouses, and dependents


• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance


• Flexible spending accounts


• 401(k) plan with matching contribution and retirement contribution


• Hospital Insurance


• Critical Illness Insurance


• Disability insurance


• Sick leave


• Vacation


• 11 paid holidays


• Flexible work hours, where feasible


• Employee discount programs

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Background Check, MVR and drug screen is required.


• May be required to maintain a valid driver's license.


• Everus Construction Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Human Resources Team.


• Employment Authorization: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Everus Construction Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not provide sponsorship for employment visas now or in the future.

APPLICATION DEADLINE - August 20, 2026

(This posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received.)

JOIN THE EVERUS TEAM

Everus Construction is proud to provide exceptional opportunities to professionals nationwide. We are confident that you will find challenging and rewarding work with us.

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