Accountant jobs in Lees Summit, MO

Accountant maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Being an Accountant compiles financial data to aid more senior accountants in the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports. Assists in analyzing current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. Additionally, Accountant typically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Accountant work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be an Accountant typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Accountant
  • Jobot
  • Weatherby, MO FULL_TIME
  • A Well Known Company Hiring For An Accountant To Join Their Corporate Finance Team!

    This Jobot Job is hosted by: Gina Moreschini
    Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume.
    Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year

    A bit about us:

    We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Accountant to join our Corporate Finance Team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial health and growth of our organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a variety of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation, and the support of budget and forecast activities. The individual will also need to be experienced in Deltek CostPoint and GAAP. If you are looking for a challenging role where you can make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you.

    Why join us?

    Lawelawe is seeking a well-versed Accountant to join our Corporate Finance team. As a Accountant with Lawelawe, you will offer professional assistance to diverse organizations to ensure compliance with regulations and legal requirements and offer financial stability. The accountant will have participated in various Finance duties across general accounting, projects, billing, accounts payable, receivables, auditing and forecasting.

    To be successful as the Accountant, you should possess extensive experience in accounting and the ability to provide accurate financial information. You should love the accounting world and be very detail and an avid multitasker. Ultimately, you should be able to manage many aspects of accounting in a timely and accurate manner.

    This position will report directly to the Lawelawe Finance Director.

    Job Responsibilities and Duties:

    Compiles and analyzes account data to create capital, liability, and asset account entries
    Enters account details to document financial transactions into general ledger and assigned subledgers
    Analyzes accounting alternatives to suggest financial actions
    Prepares profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and other documents
    Audits records to substantiate financial transactions
    Prepares and recommends procedures and policies by maintaining accounting controls
    Coordinates various activities, including audits, new contract award and mentors lower payroll and finance team members
    Collects and examines account information necessary to reconcile financial discrepancies
    Completes database backups to secure financial information
    Follows internal controls to ensure financial security
    Verifies documentation, requests expenditures, and prepares disbursements
    Researches and interprets accounting regulations and policies to resolve procedural questions
    Advises management on necessary operations to enforce adherence to legal requirements
    Gathers, interprets, and compiles account trends and data to create specialized financial reports
    Ensures client confidentiality by keeping financial information secure
    Review and validate monthly transactions entered into all ledgers and subledgers and enter any adjusting entries required
    Manage general ledger and assist month-end and year-end close processes
    Reconcile general ledger account balances, bank statements, and request corrections for any reconciling items
    Gather documentation, prepare reports, assist with budgeting, and assist Finance Director in interpreting complicated financial information for managers, executives, and auditors
    Updating financial system including, contracts, billing, projects, etc according to customer requirements and reporting associated budget amendments
    Extensive experience in project invoicing and billing
    Prepare and update contract and project budgets, financial forecasts, and tax reports.
    Generate and distribute invoices and purchase orders, to customers
    Review contracts and create new projects for government contracts, subcontractor, vendors, etc
    Assist with monitoring receivable income and supporting project managers with collections
    Prepare monthly contract, billing, project summary A/P & A/R reconciliation report
    Perform other duties as assigned

    Education and Experience:

    Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field
    Minimum of 5 -7 years professional experience as an accountant, financial analyst or auditor.
    With at least 5-7 years of accounting and finance experience required.
    Deltek Costpoint and Costpoint Time & Expense experience will be given preference.
    Federal contracting and Service Contract Act (SCA) experience highly desired.

    Required Skills/Abilities:

    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
    Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software
    Proficiency in managing general ledgers, journal entries, and account reconciliations

    Disclaimer:

    The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Candidates possessing the necessary qualifications for the position will be considered.

    Lawelawe is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

    Notice to all Applicants:

    Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a comprehensive background verification, inclusive of a criminal record check. Employment may be subject to other background checks, as required by the position.

    Job Details

    Responsibilities:

    1. Prepare and examine accounting records, financial statements, taxes, and other financial reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
    2. Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
    3. Report to management regarding the finances of the organization.
    4. Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts.
    5. Develop, implement, modify, and document record keeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology.
    6. Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting, or other tax requirements.
    7. Use Deltek CostPoint for various accounting operations.
    8. Ensure compliance with GAAP and other accounting standards.

    Qualifications:

    1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
    2. Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.
    3. Proficient in Deltek CostPoint and GAAP.
    4. Strong understanding of financial and accounting principles.
    5. Ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
    6. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
    7. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    8. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    9. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
    10. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification is preferred.

    This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company with competitive compensation and great benefits. If you have the necessary qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply.

    Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.

    Benefits:
    401K, Employee Events, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Schedules, Free Food and Coffee, Game Rooms, Life Insurance, Maternity/Paternity Paid Leave, Medical, Dental and Vision, On Site Cafeteria, Paid Holidays, Paid sick days, Parking , Performance bonus, Professional Development, Retirement / Pension Plans, Vacation/paid time off, Work From Home


    About the Company:
    Jobot


     



    Company Size:
    500 to 999 employees


    Industry:
    Insurance


    Founded:
    2018


    Website:
    https://jobot.com/


  • 20 Days Ago

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Accountant
  • The Whole Person
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • Job Overview:We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team. As an Accountant, you will be responsible for managing financial records, preparing financial reports, and ensuri...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Accountant
  • Design Supply, Inc.
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • NUMBER NERD WANTED! We are Design Supply Doors – Commercial Doors & Hardware. We are a little weird but mostly awesome. We work hard and play hard. We are door nerds and are totally ok with that - loo...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Accountant
  • Miller Management
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • Miller Management is hiring a part-time accountant to service our ever-growing non-profit client base. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented problem solver with great customer service skills a...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Accountant
  • Missouri Organic Recycling
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • The Bookkeeper/Accountant is responsible for maintaining the company's financial records and preparing financial statements. This includes recording all financial transactions, reconciling bank statem...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Accountant
  • Robert Half
  • Edina, MO OTHER
  • We are a rapidly growing organization seeking a dynamic and professional Administrative Accountant with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable experience. We offer an exciting, progressive work envi...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Staff Accountant
  • Miller-Rice & Associates LLC
  • Blue Springs, MO
  • Job Description Job Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team! You will be responsible for prep...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Accountant
  • Experis
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Accountant Our client in Overland Park, KS is looking for hardworking, motivated talent to join their team. Contract to ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Staff Accountant
  • Spilker McKeone & Nelson PC
  • Lee's Summit, MO
  • Job Description Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for an accountant to join our team. This position is ide...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Accounts Receivable Analyst
  • Experis
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Accounts Receivable Analyst Our client in Overland Park, KS is looking for hardworking, motivated talent to join their t...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Accounting Manager
  • NCM Associates
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Description Job Description The purpose of this position is to establish and maintain the general accounting functio...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Account Manager
  • Advantage Tech
  • Leawood, KS
  • The Account Manager sells IT & Professional recruiting and staffing services to organizations through cold calling, rela...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Staff Accountant
  • Liberty Hospital
  • Liberty, MO
  • SUMMARY: Assists in the preparation of monthly financial statements, annual audit, annual budget, and General Ledger ana...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Account Manager
  • Grainger
  • OVERLAND PARK, KS
  • About Grainger: Grainger is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the U...
  • 3/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

Lee's Summit is a city located within the counties of Jackson (primarily) and Cass in the U.S. state of Missouri. As of the 2010 census its population was about 91,364, making it the sixth-largest city in both the state and in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. Lee's Summit is located at 38°55′21″N 94°22′27″W / 38.92250°N 94.37417°W / 38.92250; -94.37417 (38.922607, −94.374127). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 65.39 square miles (169.36 km2), of which 63.35 square miles (164.08 km2) is land and 2.04 square miles (5.28 km2) is water....
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Income Estimation for Accountant jobs
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Lees Summit, Missouri area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago

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