Staff Accountant

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.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:

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

Essential Functions

• Support the month end close and monthly reporting process. This includes journal entries, account analysis, and bringing forth proactive ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of processes.
• Perform and review general ledger account reconciliations and trial balance reviews.
• Prepare and file state and federal property and 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 variety of business / reporting needs.
• Additional special projects related to controls or system implementations or business process reviews.

Basic Qualifications

• 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 to analyze and act independently
• Proactive problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other normal 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 experience
• Advance Excel functionality preferred