Staff Accountant

About the Company

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters communities, and improves ecosystems.

About the Role

MWH Constructors, a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities, is seeking a Staff Accountant to support company operations from our Corporate Headquarters office in Broomfield, Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Support the month-end close and monthly reporting process, including journal entries, account analysis, and proactive process improvements.
• Perform and review general ledger account reconciliations and trial balance reviews.
• Prepare and file state and federal property, sales, and use tax filings.
• Support annual and interim financial statement audit requests, including external audit support.
• Prepare Joint Venture and/or international project accounting entries and account reconciliations.
• Utilize accounting systems to support a variety of business and reporting needs.
• Participate in special projects related to controls, system implementations, or business process reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience in a related field.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other standard business applications; knowledge of pivot tables and advanced Excel functionality preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GAAP and/or IFRS financial statements.
• Experience with external audit support.
• Construction and engineering industry experience.
• Advanced Excel functionality.
• Prior experience with CMIC, including maintenance of sub-ledgers.
• Exposure to sales/use tax or budget/forecasting.

Pay

$60,000 - $70,000, based on experience.

Benefits

• Group health and welfare benefits, including options for medical, dental, and vision.
• 100% company-paid benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program, and Health Advocate.
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time).
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave.
• Paid Parental Leave Program.
• 10 Paid Holidays.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions up to 4%.
• Employee Referral Program.