Title:  Accountant I

Who We Are

Centuri Group is a strategic infrastructure services company with over 110 years of history and a bright future. Through our seven primary operating companies- Canyon, Linetec, National, Neuco, NPL, NPL Canada, and Riggs Distler-  we partner with regulated utilities to build and maintain the energy network that powers millions of homes and businesses across the U.S. and Canada. Guided by our values and unwavering commitment to serve as long term partners to customers and communities, Centuri’s more than 12,000 employees enable our customers to deliver electricity and natural gas safely and reliably. We also know that sustainability and inclusivity are core to our success, and are committed to delivering on both.

As a Staff Accountant I, you will perform various administrative and accounting functions in support of area accounting needs.   

What You'll Do

• Manage core accounting responsibilities including journal entry processing, ledger reconciliation and analysis, and generating regular and ad-hoc reports. 
• Review classification of expenses in the general ledger report and prepare necessary adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) 
• Implement process improvements/efficiencies; perform financial analysis 
• Communicate and work collaboratively with corporate departments and area operations and administration 
• Assist with various audit tasks, including providing support and/or documentation for internal and external audit and various ad-hoc reports as needed 
• Identify and help to implement process improvements/efficiencies within the accounting department 
• Problem solve independently or through collaborative efforts with various personnel 
• Promote Centuri’s Core Values, Leadership Principles, and culture 
• Perform other responsibilities as requested by leadership 

What You'll Have

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field 
• SAP experience is strongly preferred 
• Strong computer proficiency, specifically in Microsoft Office Suite 
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to multi-task and accomplish all assignments timely, independently, and against aggressive deadlines 
• Communicate professionally, both written and oral 
• Ability to problem solve independently or through collaborative efforts with various personnel; be a team player 

What You'll Get

• Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401K w/ Company Match
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays 
• Potential Bonus Opportunities 
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Employee Discounts 
• Weekly Payroll

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment
• 3-2 Hybrid schedule except during critical deadlines
• Flexibility to work various schedules and stay late when necessary with little or no notice
• Must be able to read documents, use a computer, communicate verbally and in writing
• Mobility required within an office, warehouse and construction site environments
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

Legal Stuff

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.  Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Centuri Group and our subsidiaries we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!