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8 results for Accountant in Independence, MO

Cost Accountant

Lawrence, KS
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who enjoys turning numbers into insights? We are seeking a Cost Accountant to join our manufacturing team and play a key role in analyzing product costs, improving margins and supporting smarter business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to work cross-functionally with operations, inventory and finance leaders in a fast-paced environment where your work will have a direct impact on performance.If you enjoy digging into data, identifying trends and helping a business operate more efficiently, we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Analyze raw materials, labor and overhead costs to support accurate product costing</li><li>Maintain and update standard costs, bills of materials and inventory-related data</li><li>Monitor manufacturing variances and provide reporting on cost trends and performance</li><li>Assist with month-end close, inventory reconciliations and financial reporting activities</li><li>Partner with production, operations and supply chain teams to improve cost visibility</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and margin analysis</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvement and stronger controls</li><li>Help ensure accuracy in inventory valuation and manufacturing accounting processes</li><li>Assist with audits and provide documentation related to cost accounting and inventory</li></ul>
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Shawnee Mission, KS
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a Contract position based in Lenexa, Kansas. This role will play a central part in maintaining accurate financial records, managing close activities, and ensuring balance sheet integrity. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of general ledger accounting, and the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly close activities by preparing, reviewing, and finalizing accounting records within established timelines. • Maintain the general ledger by recording financial activity accurately and ensuring supporting documentation is complete. • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate analysis, backup, and adherence to accounting standards. • Perform account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve variances, and support accurate financial reporting. • Complete bank reconciliations regularly to confirm cash activity and investigate outstanding items. • Review financial data for accuracy and consistency, escalating issues and recommending corrective actions when needed. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information, clarify transactions, and support day-to-day accounting needs.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Blue Springs, MO
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to provide onsite accounting leadership in Blue Springs, Missouri. This Long-term Contract position will help maintain smooth day-to-day financial operations, support a small accounting team, and keep reporting activities on track during an interim coverage period. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach, and the ability to create stability in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounting activities and provide practical guidance to a small onsite team across core finance operations. • Manage the month-end close cycle, ensuring entries are completed accurately and deadlines are achieved. • Monitor general ledger activity, research discrepancies, and maintain reliable financial records. • Prepare and review balance sheet and bank reconciliations to support accurate account balances. • Contribute to financial reporting by organizing schedules, validating data, and assisting with supporting documentation. • Partner with staff handling payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable to resolve issues and keep workflows moving efficiently. • Develop journal entries and analyze account activity to improve accuracy and strengthen overall accounting controls. • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and introduce practical improvements that support consistency and efficiency.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Accounting Assistant 1

Kansas City, KS
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 20 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Collections Specialist to support a growing team in Kansas City, Kansas area. This is a Long-term Contract position that requires working onsite five days each week and offers the potential for continued opportunity based on performance. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records, follow up on outstanding balances, and contribute to day-to-day accounting operations with a strong focus on organization and professionalism. Responsibilities:• Manage outbound collections efforts by contacting customers regarding past-due balances and documenting follow-up activity accurately.• Apply payments, reconcile account details, and help maintain current and accurate accounts receivable records.• Review customer accounts to identify overdue items, resolve discrepancies, and support timely payment processing.• Assist with routine accounting tasks, including record updates, report preparation, and financial data entry.• Coordinate with internal teams to research billing questions and support effective resolution of account issues.• Monitor aging reports and prioritize collection activity to improve recovery of outstanding receivables.• Support onsite administrative and accounting operations while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Manager

Kansas City, KS
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume AP function supporting a large-scale agriculture organization in Kansas City, Kansas. This role oversees daily operations, guides a lean team through shifting priorities, and helps maintain accurate, timely payment processing across significant annual spend. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, sound knowledge of end-to-end payables, and experience working within a large enterprise resource planning environment. Responsibilities: • Direct the day-to-day activities of the accounts payable team, providing leadership to eight permanent employees and two contract specialists. • Oversee invoice processing for a high-volume corporate payables operation handling approximately 200,000 invoices annually tied to substantial company spending. • Review and approve invoice coding practices to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and aligned with internal financial controls. • Manage payment execution activities, including check disbursements and ACH transactions, while maintaining timeliness and accuracy. • Balance staffing coverage and workflow priorities across a lean team to keep operations running smoothly during absences and peak periods. • Monitor performance, resolve escalated payment issues, and drive consistent service levels across the AP function. • Partner with internal stakeholders to improve efficiency, strengthen compliance, and support process effectiveness within the payables cycle. • Utilize SAP or a comparable large-scale ERP system to manage AP operations, reporting, and process oversight.
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Manager

De Soto, KS
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to support a paper and packaging operation in DeSoto, Kansas. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on leader who can bring structure, urgency, and operational discipline to a high-volume AP environment. The role will focus on improving invoice flow, strengthening team processes, and partnering with key stakeholders to restore consistent performance. Responsibilities: • Lead day-to-day accounts payable activities in a high-volume setting, ensuring invoices move efficiently from receipt through payment. • Develop practical short-term approaches to reduce outstanding invoice volume and improve processing turnaround times. • Work closely with external consultants and platform partners to investigate and correct system interface issues affecting invoice automation. • Support testing efforts, validate process outcomes, and help implement fixes that improve reliability across AP workflows. • Create and document standardized procedures for invoice intake, review, coding, approval, and payment execution. • Establish clear prioritization methods so urgent and aging items are addressed in a consistent and organized manner. • Train and guide AP staff on updated procedures, expectations, and best practices to improve accuracy and accountability. • Define performance measures and reporting routines that provide visibility into backlog status, throughput, and overall AP effectiveness.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Finance Manager

Shawnee Mission, KS
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee core financial operations and guide the North America finance function in Overland Park, Kansas. This Long-term Contract position is suited for a hands-on individual who can combine strategic insight with day-to-day execution across reporting, planning, and analysis. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership capability and a proven ability to support business performance through accurate financial management and forward-looking recommendations. Responsibilities: • Direct the month-end close process to ensure timely, accurate financial results and well-supported account reconciliations. • Lead financial reporting activities for the North America business, delivering clear insights to support operational and executive decision-making. • Build and refine forecasting models that help evaluate performance trends, risks, and future business scenarios. • Partner with senior stakeholders to analyze financial results, explain variances, and recommend actions that improve outcomes. • Oversee budgeting and planning activities, aligning financial expectations with business objectives and market conditions. • Manage and mentor members of the regional finance team while promoting accountability, consistency, and strong financial controls. • Provide high-level financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and overall business planning.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Audit Manager - Public

Shawnee Mission, KS
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Audit Manager - Public to join a growing public accounting team in Kansas. This role is suited for a CPA with a strong background in assurance work who can lead audit engagements, guide staff, and build trusted client relationships. The ideal candidate brings solid public accounting experience, sound technical judgment, and a commitment to delivering high-quality financial and compliance audits. Responsibilities:• Direct and oversee audit engagements from planning through final delivery, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely completion.• Manage client relationships by serving as a key point of contact, addressing questions, and presenting audit findings clearly and effectively.• Review financial statements, workpapers, and supporting documentation to confirm compliance with applicable accounting and audit standards.• Supervise, mentor, and develop audit staff by assigning work, providing feedback, and supporting ongoing growth.• Assess risk areas and design audit approaches that respond effectively to client operations, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.• Coordinate engagement timelines, budgets, and resources to maintain efficiency while meeting client service expectations.• Collaborate with firm leadership on engagement strategy, issue resolution, and opportunities to strengthen assurance services.• Support compliance-focused audit activities and help maintain consistent application of firm methodology and audit standards.
2026-05-26T00:00:00Z