Staff Accountant
Skills
About the role
Overview:
McKee Utility Contractors, a MasTec company, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its Finance and Accounting team in Dallas, Texas. This onsite position supports the company’s general accounting, reconciliation, job-costing, month-end close, and financial reporting activities. The Staff Accountant will prepare journal entries and account reconciliations, maintain general ledger accounts, assist with work-in-progress reporting, process and review financial transactions, and support audits and accounting documentation. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and able to identify discrepancies while consistently meeting accounting deadlines.
Location & Travel Details:
This is an onsite role based in Dallas, Texas. Limited travel to project sites or other company offices may occasionally be required. This position offers a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to support the continued growth of McKee Utility Contractors’ operations throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth area.
Company Overview
McKee Utility Contractors is a family-founded and operated company with over 40 years of proven expertise in water and wastewater line installation, tunneling, and boring, and concrete structure construction. Since our beginning, we have been dedicated to delivering the critical infrastructure that strengthens communities and supports a higher quality of life.
Our deep knowledge of soil bore analysis, local environments, and regional regulations - combined with our uncompromising commitment to safety, precise budgeting, on-time delivery, and strategic planning - has established McKee as a trusted partner for reliable, efficient water and wastewater system construction across multiple regions.
McKee is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.
Responsibilities:
Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation
Perform general ledger and account reconciliations
Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities
Maintain accurate and complete general ledger accounts
Assist with job-cost accounting and work-in-progress reporting
Review, code, and enter job-cost transactions
Process and review financial transactions for accuracy
Reconcile expense reports and company credit card transactions
Prepare account analyses and month-end support schedules
Assist with internal and external audits
Maintain organized and complete accounting records
Identify and communicate discrepancies to the Accounting Manager
Provide financial reporting and accounting support as needed
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Work Experience and Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university is required.
Three to five years of relevant accounting experience is required.
Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understanding of general accounting principles and practices
Knowledge of general ledger accounting and month-end closing processes
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to organize documentation and maintain complete accounting records
Ability to identify discrepancies and escalate issues appropriately
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
What's in it for You
Financial Wellbeing
Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Health & Wellness
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
Discounted National Gym Membership Network
Employee Assistance Program
Family & Lifestyle
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Planning for the Unexpected
Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
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