Accountant

U.S. Engineering ‚Ä¢ Kansas City, Missouri ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $59,000–$86,000 / year

Posted on Fri, Jul 17, 2026

Do you believe no challenge is too complex to solve? You’ll fit right in at U.S. Engineering. We deliver award-winning mechanical contracting, construction, service, and maintenance solutions with a focus on performance and innovation. Our team of skilled and collaborative professionals drives every project from preconstruction through final testing, always aligned with our clients’ goals.
Accountant
The Accountant I position supports the Accounting Department and overall corporate operations by assisting in the development, implementation and administration of various corporate financial, general accounting and/or employee benefit programs.
Principal Duties and Accountabilities:

Prepare various financial reports for corporate management and outside parties, as required or requested.
Evaluate operating expenses vs budgets and help management obtain clean overhead budgets by finding irregularities or issues that can be addressed.
Reconcile fixed assets and maintain capital project tracking and asset number listings.
Prepare and submit use tax filings monthly, quarterly, annually.
Reconcile other key general ledger accounts.
Reconcile all bank accounts and credit cards.
Record monthly journal entries and job cost adjustments.
Assist in internal and external audits.
Provide support to and is able to complete tasks in all accounting roles and functions including, but not limited to, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billings and Payroll.
Complete finance and accounting related special projects, as needed.
Support operations personnel daily by addressing inquiries and issues.
Other responsibilities: ad hoc reporting, quarterly compliance and certificates, new vendor setups and internal controls, use tax table maintenance.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting / finance, economics or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of experience in financial management, general accounting and/or audit.
Experience within the construction industry preferred.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Thorough knowledge of standard accounting procedures, as well as all relevant Federal, State and local tax requirements.
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word.
High degree of attention to detail.
Commitment to maintain strict confidentiality of corporate and employee information.
Demonstrates excellent customer service skills, internally and externally.
Operates with a strong sense of urgency, and a focus on delivering results and meeting deadlines.
Ability to work in a high-volume environment.
Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and with other individuals.

Physical and/or Travel Demands

This position is primarily performed in an office setting, which includes regular sitting, use of computer keyboard and monitor, and telephone. Occasional bending, kneeling,
Occasional, infrequent travel to regional offices may be required.

Benefits and Compensation:

The range for this position has been established at $59K to $86K salary and is U.S. Engineering good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
Your total compensation will go beyond the number on your paycheck. Team members are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance as well as paid time off. An industry-leading benefits package, including health, dental, and vision plans, matching retirement contributions, and matching 529 contributions all add to your bottom line.

This position will be posted until August 31^st 2026 To apply, please visit https://www.usengineering.com/careers/job-postings/.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.
U.S. Engineering is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and shall provide equal employment opportunities to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
U.S. Engineering is compliant with the Drug Free Workplace Act, and all offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and job specifications required of employees so classified. U.S. Engineering reserves the right to revise as needed. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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