Accounting Associate

Everus; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 57,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $57,170 - $64,315

Medical insurance (including HSA) and/

Mental health support

Flexible work hours

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Everus is seeking an accounting analyst to support accounts payable, general accounting, purchasing, and related financial processes. You will perform accounting analysis, assist with financial reporting, and contribute to process improvements while upholding Everus 4EVER Strategy.

This role requires strong attention to detail, collaboration across teams, and the ability to navigate complex transactions in a fast-paced construction environment.

Qualifications

• 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 per policies to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Review month-end activity, vendor transactions, payment exceptions to ensure proper accounting and policy compliance.
• Analyze invoice exceptions and non-routine transactions; determine resolution strategies and policy interpretation.
• Evaluate payment trends and cash-disbursement risks; recommend improvements.
• Interpret travel, procurement, and expense policies; identify exceptions and improvement opportunities.
• Review transactions and docs for policy, tax, and internal control compliance.
• Investigate and resolve complex accounting issues with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Act as subject matter expert on accounts payable and expense management.
• Assist in developing policies, procedures and workflows.
• Participate in cross-functional projects across finance, procurement, IT, and operations.
• Support evaluation, design, testing and implementation of financial system enhancements.
• Evaluate outstanding payables and stale checks; determine escheatment and reporting.
• Collaborate with units to monitor unclaimed property exposure and compliance.
• Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Accounting

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

MS Office

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. 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!

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 Competencies

• 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
• Prescription delivery service
• Dental insurance
• 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
• Accident 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.