Staff Accountant

A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), Probst Electric Inc. is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Probst Electric has offices in Heber City, Provo, and Salt Lake City, Utah; Caldwell and Rupert, Idaho. Probst Electric has successfully completed projects all over the United States and Canada.

Probst Electric specializes in high-voltage transmission line construction, design-build, and maintenance services for public and private sector utilities. Our construction specialties include transmission, distribution, drilling, underground, and renewables.

Probst Electric offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify. 

Probst Electric, a leader in the electrical contracting industry, specializes in utility infrastructure, high-voltage transmission, distribution, and substation work across the western United States. With a strong commitment to safety, integrity, and quality, Probst Electric is a company where driven professionals grow their careers in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Position Summary

Probst Electric is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. This role will support the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with internal controls and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction or project-based accounting and thrive in a team-oriented, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, assisting in month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Monitor receivable transactions, including cash receipt processing and customer setup management.
• Reconcile monthly bank statements with internal records to verify cash balances and identify variances.
• Post payments, resolve billing discrepancies, and communicate with Project Managers regarding outstanding balances.
• Prepare journal entries, perform account reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits with timely and accurate documentation.
• Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Perform tie-outs of intercompany accounts to ensure proper balancing and reconciliation across entities.
• Recommend and assist in implementing process improvements for greater efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or electrical contracting
• Strong understanding of job costing and WIP (Work in Progress) accounting
• Proficiency in JD Edwards Software
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Team-oriented with a proactive and adaptable mindset

Working at Probst Electric

At Probst Electric, we invest in our people. You'll work in a professional environment that values teamwork, personal accountability, and career development. We offer competitive compensation, full benefits, and opportunities to grow within one of the region’s most respected electrical contractors.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.