Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant will play a key role in supporting the financial operations of the company's various operating divisions. This position handles specialized billing processes, accounts receivable tasks, financial reporting, and analysis. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Whitaker Holdings is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) family of companies with over 70 years of experience in heavy civil construction, underground utilities, and telecommunications. Whitaker Holdings encompasses multiple companies, including Whitaker Construction, DasCo of Idaho, Advanced Cable Technology, and Bighorn Traffic Services. Operating across Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, Oregon, and beyond, our companies are united by four core values - Value Safety, Embrace Ownership, Be Honorable, and Elevate Team - which guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we deliver quality results on some of the most challenging projects in the region.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Including but not limited to the list below.

• Perform daily accounting operations, including accounts receivable, billings, and inventory tracking.
• Reconcile financial accounts monthly.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes and financial statement preparation.
• Collaborate with operations teams to ensure accurate recording of operational expenses and revenue.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company financial policies.
• Participate in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisors.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of billing and accounts receivable processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to sit, type, and perform computer work for extended periods of time.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for computer entry.
• Able to see, talk, hear, stand, and walk.
• Able to perform occasional bending, lifting, and reaching.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Whitaker Construction offers an exceptional benefits package including:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employees earn shares in the company - All employees have ownership in the company and its success.
• Competitive wages.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance.
• 401K and Match.
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Personal Days.
• Quarterly Incentive Program (profit sharing).
• Referral Bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The ADA defines "reasonable accommodation" as a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job, and does not cause an undue hardship for the employer.

Whitaker Construction is an "equal opportunity employer." Whitaker will not discriminate and will take "affirmative action" measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, creed, color, national origin, or sex.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.