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Accounting Specialist

Olathe, KS
onsite
Temporary to Hire
22.1635 - 25.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a fast-paced freight brokerage team. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who takes pride in accurate financial processing, organized recordkeeping, and resolving payment issues in a high-volume environment. In this role, you will support core accounting operations across receivables, payables, and reconciliations while partnering with finance and operations teams to keep transactions moving smoothly. The position offers the chance to build deeper knowledge of brokerage workflows, internal controls, and day-to-day financial operations as responsibilities grow over time. Responsibilities: • Post incoming customer payments accurately and match them to the correct invoices and load activity, investigating remittance details when information is incomplete or unclear. • Process carrier and vendor invoices through established payment channels, including QuickBooks Online and other approved platforms, while following internal approval procedures. • Oversee shared finance inboxes and transaction queues, responding to routine questions, directing requests appropriately, and following through on open items promptly. • Research and resolve billing and payment exceptions such as rate mismatches, duplicate entries, short pays, overpayments, missing documents, and incorrect routing. • Maintain thorough notes, backup documentation, and status updates so transactions can be reviewed, continued, and audited efficiently. • Partner with agents, customers, carriers, vendors, and internal team members to gather information needed to complete or correct financial records. • Raise policy-related questions and higher-risk issues to finance leadership when exceptions require additional review or authorization. • Support accounting workflow improvements by identifying recurring issues and helping strengthen process consistency in daily operations.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Accounting Coordinator

Kansas City, MO
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Coordinator to support project-based financial operations and customer billing activities in Kansas City, Missouri. This role helps keep project accounting records accurate, ensures invoices and payments are handled promptly, and supports compliance documentation tied to construction work and material sales. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with project teams, customers, and internal accounting partners to keep financial processes running smoothly. Responsibilities: • Prepare and issue invoices for construction projects and material sales, confirming charges are accurate and submitted on schedule. • Coordinate with project and operations teams to develop material sale quotations and maintain proper pricing documentation. • Review customer account activity, respond to billing inquiries, and help resolve discrepancies related to pricing or invoicing. • Track outstanding receivables by customer account and assist with collection efforts to improve payment timeliness. • Maintain daily payment logs for incoming funds received by wire, cash, credit card, and check to support accurate application of deposits. • Monitor project cost information and update accounting records to help preserve the accuracy of financial data across active jobs. • Gather and organize lien waivers, tax forms, and other required documentation to support regulatory and contractual compliance. • Work closely with project managers, payroll, and accounting staff to ensure recurring financial tasks are completed consistently and accurately.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Overland Park, KS
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial operations for a construction-focused organization in Overland Park, Kansas. This role will contribute to accurate reporting, cost oversight, and month-end accounting activities while partnering with multiple departments across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound accounting knowledge, and a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies and improving financial accuracy. If you or someone you know is interested in a Staff Accountant position and you come with 0-2 years of experience, please contact Melissa Valenzuela at 816-601-1192 for more details! Responsibilities:• Analyze contract-level profitability and evaluate margin performance to help identify financial trends and variances.• Examine project cost activity for budget exceptions, miscoded charges, and invoice posting issues, then coordinate with internal teams to correct discrepancies.• Manage monthly close tasks to ensure accounting activities are completed accurately and within established timelines.• Reconcile balance sheet accounts each month and prepare supporting documentation for review.• Record bank deposits and prepare related cash receipt entries in the general ledger.• Administer recurring accounting activities such as property tax payments, amortization schedules, fixed asset capitalization, and depreciation tracking.• Prepare tax-related filings and supporting approvals, including required excise tax submissions, while maintaining proper documentation.• Compile and distribute recurring operational and financial reports, and support reconciliations tied to due diligence, expenses, licenses, and project-related compliance needs.• Review expense activity, prepare journal entries, respond to vendor questions, and assist management with special analyses and ad hoc reporting requests.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Kansas City, KS
onsite
Temporary to Hire
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a mission-driven non-profit organization. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for a finance specialist who brings strong payroll expertise along with a solid background in general accounting and monthly close activities. The position will play a central role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting day-to-day accounting operations for several parishes/entities, and contributing to the continued growth of the finance function. Responsibilities:• Oversee payroll processing with a high degree of accuracy, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule while maintaining compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations.• Manage month-end accounting tasks, including preparing journal entries, reviewing account activity, and helping deliver timely financial close results.• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to support accurate financial reporting and strong accounting controls.• Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly.• Support accounts payable and related disbursement workflows using tools such as bill.com while preserving proper documentation and approval practices.• Utilize accounting platforms including Sage Intacct and QuickBooks Online to record transactions, monitor activity, and improve reporting accuracy.• Contribute to nonprofit accounting processes by helping track funds, maintain financial integrity, and support organizational reporting needs.• Assist with evolving departmental priorities and take on broader accounting responsibilities as the role expands over time.• Help support changes to financial processes or systems when needed, including transition-related accounting tasks as assigned.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Lawrence, KS
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to support accounting operations for multiple entities in Lawrence, Kansas. This role partners closely with business leaders to deliver accurate financial reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and provide insight into operational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment. Comp up to $90k + bonus! Responsibilities:• Oversee day-to-day accounting support for multiple operating entities, serving as a key finance contact for ongoing business activity and financial matters.• Direct the monthly close cycle by coordinating deadlines, preparing and reviewing journal entries, and ensuring financial results are reported accurately and on schedule.• Complete account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding items promptly.• Evaluate financial statements and explain key trends, performance drivers, and notable fluctuations to management and operational stakeholders.• Support monthly business review discussions by presenting clear financial insights and highlighting the operational impact of results.• Manage core transactional accounting activities, including areas such as payables, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, and payroll-related entries, while identifying opportunities for improvement.• Partner with operational leadership to strengthen internal controls, refine reporting practices, and improve the effectiveness of financial processes.• Contribute to acquisition-related activities by assisting with due diligence, integration efforts, and accounting support for newly added businesses.• Assist with audit preparation, provide documentation to external auditors, and help maintain compliance with accounting standards and company policies.• Participate in system and reporting enhancements, automation initiatives, special projects, and periodic travel to operating locations as needed.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Overland Park, KS
remote
Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support a Contract engagement focused on improving the accuracy of project-related financial records in Overland Park, Kansas. This role will lead detailed reviews of invoicing, cost activity, and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies and confirm that transactions are properly recorded. The ideal candidate brings strong reconciliation expertise, a methodical approach to investigation, and the ability to translate findings into clear documentation and practical next steps. Responsibilities: • Examine high volumes of project invoices and related records to verify completeness, accuracy, and appropriate financial treatment. • Investigate exceptions involving labor, materials, vendor charges, allocations, and customer billing to determine the source of inconsistencies. • Follow transactions across the full project lifecycle, from purchase authorization through completion and closeout, to confirm supporting evidence at each stage. • Perform detailed reconciliations using information from multiple records and platforms to resolve mismatches and unsupported activity. • Conduct root-cause analysis to identify whether issues stem from process breakdowns, duplicate entries, misapplied costs, or other control concerns. • Document conclusions, supporting details, and recommended corrective actions in a clear and organized manner for leadership review. • Partner with accounting, procurement, operations, and project teams to clarify outstanding items and drive issue resolution. • Assess recurring patterns in discrepancies and help prioritize remediation efforts based on financial impact and operational risk.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Supervisor/Manager

Kansas City, MO
onsite
Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Supervisor/Manager to join a transportation equipment manufacturing organization in Kansas City, Missouri. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for a hands-on accounts receivable specialist who can balance day-to-day execution with team leadership and process direction. The person in this role will play a key part in strengthening collection strategies, overseeing core AR activities, and helping build a more structured approach to credit and receivables management. Responsibilities: • Lead daily accounts receivable operations while directly contributing to collection efforts and other core AR activities. • Supervise and support a small team, providing guidance, prioritization, and accountability across receivables workflows. • Drive commercial collections by following up on overdue balances, resolving payment issues, and improving recovery results. • Review customer accounts to assess credit terms and recommend appropriate credit limits based on risk and payment history. • Oversee cash application activities to help ensure customer payments are posted accurately and in a timely manner. • Coordinate customer account setup processes and verify that account information is complete and aligned with internal requirements. • Analyze aging reports and billing data to identify delinquency trends, escalation needs, and opportunities for process improvement. • Create a more organized, long-range approach to collections and receivables management that supports business goals and team effectiveness.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Senior Corporate Accountant

Overland Park, KS
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Corporate Accountant to join a growing multi billion dollar company! This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who excels in close activities, reconciliations, financial analysis, and process improvement within a dynamic corporate environment. The position will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting audits, and strengthening reporting and control practices across corporate accounting operations. Responsibilities:• Lead the monthly corporate close by preparing and posting journal entries related to cash activity, financing arrangements, derivative transactions, accruals, and corporate allocation entries.• Manage accounting for general and administrative expenses across the consolidated income statement and ensure accurate period reporting.• Oversee monthly corporate cash close activities, including review and resolution of non-routine banking transactions.• Perform and complete general ledger and intercompany reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding items promptly.• Analyze actual financial results against annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, highlighting variances and escalating concerns when needed.• Review purchase requests to confirm proper general ledger classification and alignment with approved spending plans.• Support internal control compliance efforts by maintaining current process documentation and helping ensure procedures are properly followed.• Prepare audit schedules and other supporting analyses required for year-end audit activity and external review requests.• Create and refine standard operating procedures, provide guidance to team members, and assist with system or process enhancements while resolving data integrity issues as they arise.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

8 results for Accounting Assistant 3 in Kansas City, KS