Company Overview

At Ames Construction, we’ve built America for 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining, renewables, and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit and foundational values of honesty, integrity, perseverance and opportunity, while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Together, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

Summary

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for processing daily transactions, assisting in the timely reconciliation of general ledger accounts, preparation of supporting schedules, and related journal entries.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform monthly account analysis and reconciliations and correcting discoveries.
• Assist in the monthly, quarterly and annual close.
• Perform the daily bank transactions and monitor the bank activity.
• Process Corporate invoices for proper coding and payment.
• Reconcile and review assigned general ledger accounts and prepare month end journal entries.
• Support the accounting department in designing, implementing and supporting procedures to ensure compliance with established policies.
• Assist the accounting department in initiatives and special projects to ensure timely, efficient and accurate information to internal and external customers.
• Perform financial analysis and provide meaningful insight to provide understanding of financial data.
• Reconcile and process transactions for related party entities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• 2+ years of Staff-level accounting experience (month end, GL, journal entries)
• Strong understanding and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Detail oriented with the ability to multitask.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in MS Word and intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.

Working Conditions

• Location – This role will be in the Burnsville, MN office.
• Office environment – Extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.

Application Instructions

Please apply on our Careers page (https://amesconstruction.com/career-listing-page) and upload your resume and cover letter.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.