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5 results for Accounts Payable Specialist in Kansas City, MO

Accounts Payable Analyst

Shawnee Mission, KS
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Analyst to support accurate and efficient financial operations in Lenexa, Kansas. This role combines day-to-day accounts payable work with strong data analysis and reporting skills to improve the quality of financial information and strengthen payment processes. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with complex spreadsheets, financial systems, and cross-functional partners to turn detailed transaction data into practical business insights. Responsibilities: • Manage the full invoice lifecycle by reviewing submissions, assigning proper coding, and preparing payments in a timely and accurate manner. • Maintain reliable financial records by performing data checks, correcting inconsistencies, and supporting strong controls across accounting systems. • Use advanced Excel functionality to organize, analyze, and update large sets of financial data for reporting and operational review. • Support system-based workflow activity by monitoring data transmissions, investigating issues, and validating that information is flowing correctly. • Reconcile vendor statements and internal accounts, research payment differences, and resolve outstanding discrepancies with appropriate follow-up. • Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable procedures and recommend practical changes that increase efficiency and accuracy. • Communicate with vendors and internal teams to answer payment questions, clarify invoice issues, and maintain productive working relationships. • Partner with finance, operations, and procurement stakeholders to ensure aligned data, consistent reporting, and support for broader business initiatives. • Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including account reconciliations and comparisons of actual expenses against budget expectations.
2026-06-29T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Shawnee Mission, KS
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a dynamic Senior Accountant for an organization in Lenexa, KS that will play an integral role in daily accounting operations, covering a range of responsibilities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close activities. Key duties include reviewing and processing vendor invoices with correct general ledger coding, ensuring proper authorization, and timely data entry in QuickBooks. The position is expected to maintain organized vendor files with complete W-9 documentation, manage both the accounts payable inbox and vendor communications, and prepare weekly payment runs by check, ACH, or wire, while promptly reconciling vendor statements and resolving discrepancies as they arise. If you or someone you know is looking for a rapidly growing company that is PE owned with opportunity to grow as the company grows in a Senior Accountant capacity in a thriving industry, please contact Melissa Valenzuela at 816-601-1192 for more details! This role also generates and distributes customer invoices, accurately records and applies incoming payments to the appropriate accounts, and keeps the AR aging report up to date. Responsibilities include following up on past-due balances, communicating with clients to address outstanding payments, processing credit memos, and supporting collections activities by escalating delinquent accounts where necessary. Additionally, this position supports the month-end close by preparing and recording journal entries, performing reconciliations for key accounts such as bank, AP, AR, and accruals, promptly investigating reconciling items, and working with the team to complete monthly financial reports and close-related adjustments, including accruals and prepaid amortization. Collaboration within the accounting team is essential for meeting reporting deadlines and ensuring the timely delivery of accurate financial information.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Shawnee Mission, KS
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team in Lenexa, Kansas and help strengthen the financial operations of a growing organization. This role offers broad exposure across core accounting activities, including reporting, close processes, reconciliations, and financial analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong GAAP accounting knowledge, a careful eye for detail, and the ability to work effectively in an evolving, fast-paced environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company from the ground up as they grow! Comp up to $95k + bonus and unlimited PTO. Reach out to me today for more info! 816-601-1196 Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement preparation</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Maintain the general ledger and ensure financial accuracy</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with inventory accounting and periodic counts</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis</li><li>Prepare audit support documentation</li><li>Improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies</li><li>Support accounting system optimization</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and other ad hoc projects</li></ul>
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

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
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z