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Accounting Assistant

Great West Engineering, Inc.
Helena, MT Full Time
POSTED ON 12/11/2024
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2025

Job Overview

Great West Engineering, Inc. is excited to announce an opening for an Accounting position at our Helena, MT office. This is a dynamic and challenging work environment. Join our team today and make an impact in the communities in which we live, work, and play.

Life at Great West Engineering

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For more than 35 years, Great West Engineering has been creating infrastructure solutions for public agencies and private industry. Great West Engineering continually seeks out the best talent because we believe our employees are the key to our success as an organization. Our employees are treated with respect and fairness. We work as a cooperative team on every project, and each employee’s input is not only solicited, but valued! Great West is committed to developing the capabilities of our employees through training and professional development. Great West Engineering aims to build a long-lasting legacy of quality relationships with both our clients and our employees, which is the key to developing superior engineering projects.

Our Purpose

Provide a better quality of life by improving the world in which we work and live and creating a sense of community for our staff.

Our Core Values

Client Commitment | Quality Solutions | Empowered Employees

Job Summary: The Accounting Assistant performs financial activities that overlap with some HR Assistant duties.

Responsibilities

1. Accounts Payable and Receivable:

o Process vendor invoices, ensuring accurate coding and approval.

o Follow up on outstanding payments and manage accounts receivable aging.

2. Expense Tracking and Management:

o Monitor and record expenses from both employees and projects.

o Ensure expenses are within budgetary limits and report any discrepancies.

3. Data Entry and Record Keeping:

o Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and other financial records as necessary.

o Enter financial data into widely accepted AEC software with high accuracy.

o Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records and files.

4. Compliance:

o Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulations.

o Stay updated with accounting principles and industry standards.

5. Administrative Support:

o Provide general administrative support to the finance team as needed.

o Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or the equivalent gained through relevant experience.

· Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.

· Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint, etc.).

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial analysis.

· Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment.

· Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced work environment.

· Must be able to multi-task and jump from task to task.

· Knowledge and understanding of job costing and project-based accounting is necessary.

Preferred Skills:

· Experience or internship in accounting or finance is a plus.

· Familiarity with the construction or civil engineering industry.

· Familiarity with Deltek or other A&E Software is a plus.

Benefits and Compensation:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Bonus Opportunities
  • Traditional & Roth 401k plans with Immediate Company Match
  • Paid Health Insurance for Employee (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Short & Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • 3 Weeks Vacation Pay
  • Family-Oriented Environment
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • First-time Home Buyers Program
  • Parental Leave

Primary Location: Helena, MT

Schedule: Full-time; Day Shift; Monday to Friday; No weekends

Please send your cover letter and resume to the address below:

Great West Engineering, Inc.

2501 Belt View

Helena, MT 59601

(406) 449-8627

e-mail: irobinson@greatwesteng.com

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EOE

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

  • Office

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

  • Helena, MT 59601: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $52,000

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