Mortenson is hiring: Accountant in Minneapolis

Overview

Mortenson is seeking an Accountant to prepare and maintain timely, accurate, and reliable accounting records for M.A. Mortenson Company and related entities. Ensure financial information and activities are accounted for in compliance with internal policies and technical accounting guidance. Maintain accuracy through analytical review procedures, internal controls, and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end financial close activities, including preparation and posting of journal entries with appropriate documentation, analytical review of account activity, and research. Identify and pursue opportunities to streamline financial close processes and assist in implementing improvements identified.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly account reconciliations and supporting documentation for high-volume accounts supporting the main construction business. Accounting areas include Cash, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Intercompany, Fixed Assets, Leases, Key Reserves and Accruals.
• Investigate, document, and follow up on reconciling items in assigned reconciliations as part of daily and monthly tasks. Assist in developing enhanced reporting/analysis of data for account reconciliations and related accounting activities.
• Maintain formal procedures, internal controls, and appropriate segregation of duties for key accounting processes and calculations. Assist with identifying and implementing continuous improvements to accounting processes.
• Ensure accounting processes and activities align with internal policies and technical accounting requirements. Assist in documenting and reviewing process flows related to key accounting transactions/activities to clearly articulate and assess their impact on financial processes and accounts.
• Work with external auditors on interim and year-end audit activities, including preparation of workpapers and supporting analysis.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and participate in special projects, as identified.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience, including prior experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and external audit documentation requests
• CPA designation strongly preferred
• Mix of public accounting and private industry accounting experience preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills
• Strong computer skills, with experience in general ledger software; Oracle Cloud Financials / Projects preferred
• Thorough knowledge of technical accounting principles / US GAAP, accounting processes / best practices, and internal controls
• Ability to meet deadlines and work with different personalities and work styles
• Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Professional, business-driven mentality with ability to interact with all levels of the organization and external parties
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with initiative to drive innovative solutions and efficient change
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with effective time management
• Results- and deadline-oriented to deliver accurate, complete, and timely work

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans with no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

Additional information

The base pay range for this role is $71,400–$107,100. (Actual range is higher for certain locations: Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Washington, D.C.). Base pay is determined based on knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

About Mortenson

As a top builder, developer, and EPC, our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.