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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.

• 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

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.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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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.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

#LI-Onsite
#LI-HH1