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Accountant
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team in Kansas City, Missouri. This Contract to potential long-term position offers an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic organization while contributing to key financial processes. The ideal candidate will have strong reconciliation skills and experience in financial preparation and general ledger management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform balance sheet reconciliations for multiple entities across various states.<br>• Prepare and finalize monthly financial statements with accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Record and review journal entries to ensure proper documentation and compliance.<br>• Analyze and manage general ledger accounts to maintain financial integrity.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless financial reporting processes.<br>• Utilize accounting software to manage accounts payable and receivable functions.<br>• Leverage experience in real estate or retail industries to enhance accounting practices.<br>• Work on financial preparation tasks, ensuring adherence to organizational standards.<br>• Support system transitions and integrations as needed within the accounting framework.<br>• Conduct detailed reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Proven experience in accounting functions, including AP and AR management.<br>• Strong expertise in balance sheet account reconciliations.<br>• Familiarity with SAP or other accounting software platforms.<br>• Ability to prepare accurate financial statements and manage journal entries.<br>• Solid understanding of general ledger operations and financial reporting.<br>• Background in real estate or retail accounting is highly desirable.<br>• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.<br>• Effective communication and collaboration abilities within a team environment.
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  • Kansas City, MO
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 29.69 - 34.38 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team in Kansas City, Missouri. This Contract to potential long-term position offers an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic organization while contributing to key financial processes. The ideal candidate will have strong reconciliation skills and experience in financial preparation and general ledger management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform balance sheet reconciliations for multiple entities across various states.<br>• Prepare and finalize monthly financial statements with accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Record and review journal entries to ensure proper documentation and compliance.<br>• Analyze and manage general ledger accounts to maintain financial integrity.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless financial reporting processes.<br>• Utilize accounting software to manage accounts payable and receivable functions.<br>• Leverage experience in real estate or retail industries to enhance accounting practices.<br>• Work on financial preparation tasks, ensuring adherence to organizational standards.<br>• Support system transitions and integrations as needed within the accounting framework.<br>• Conduct detailed reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
  • 2025-11-20T17:09:05Z

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