We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a team in Mission, Kansas in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position focuses on managing incoming payments, supporting commercial collections activity, and helping maintain accurate customer account records. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, confidence working with billing and cash application tasks, and advanced Excel skills to support reporting and reconciliation work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Apply incoming payments accurately and promptly to customer accounts while resolving discrepancies as they arise.<br>• Monitor outstanding balances and carry out commercial collection efforts through consistent follow-up with customers.<br>• Prepare and review invoices, account statements, and related billing documentation to support timely payment.<br>• Reconcile receivable activity by researching short pays, unapplied cash, deductions, and other account variances.<br>• Use Excel tools such as pivot tables, lookup functions, and formulas to analyze account data and support reporting needs.<br>• Maintain organized and up-to-date records within Oracle and other accounting systems to ensure data accuracy.<br>• Partner with internal teams to address payment issues, clarify billing questions, and improve the flow of receivables.<br>• Assist with cash management activities and support process updates related to accounts receivable operations when needed.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Kansas City, Kansas. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate records, and resolving customer disputes. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to collections and account management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Proactively manage overdue accounts to reduce outstanding balances and improve cash flow.<br>• Regularly review aging reports and prioritize significantly overdue accounts for immediate action.<br>• Document all collection activities, including customer interactions, in the system for accurate tracking and reporting.<br>• Evaluate accounts placed on credit hold and collaborate with Finance leadership to determine appropriate actions, such as releasing holds or escalating issues.<br>• Communicate credit hold decisions effectively with Customer Service and Sales teams to minimize disruptions.<br>• Investigate and resolve customer disputes related to pricing discrepancies, short payments, and unapplied cash to maintain accurate account records.<br>• Respond promptly to AR-related inquiries, such as requests for invoice copies, payment confirmations, and account statements, while maintaining professionalism.<br>• Prepare AR aging summaries and provide updates on collection efforts to leadership regularly.<br>• Identify patterns in collections and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and mitigate risks.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to join a growing finance team in Kansas City, Missouri. This newly established position will play a key role in shaping budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting while delivering timely insights that support business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical capability, a hands-on approach to analysis, and the ability to contribute quickly in a fast-paced environment. This company was recently acquired by a PE firm, so being comfortable in that type of environment will be critical to be successful in this role! Comp up to $110k and path to VP of Finance in the future as the company grows! Reach out today for more info! Molly Gardner 816-601-1196</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and long-range financial planning activities.</p><p>• Produce recurring financial reports and translate results into clear recommendations for leadership.</p><p>• Evaluate operating performance by identifying trends, explaining variances, and highlighting key business drivers.</p><p>• Build and maintain financial models that support planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making.</p><p>• Perform on-demand analysis to address business questions, assess opportunities, and support strategic initiatives.</p><p>• Gather and interpret large data sets to uncover meaningful insights and improve reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to provide financial guidance and strengthen planning processes.</p><p>• Support integration-related finance activities, including analysis, reporting alignment, and process coordination as needed.</p>
<p>Our client, a growing engineering and construction company, is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of the company’s day-to-day accounting and finance operations. As the organization's sole accounting professional, this individual will be responsible for the company’s full-cycle accounting and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.</li><li>Oversee job costing, project billing, and support project managers with financial tracking and cash flow analysis.</li><li>Manage all banking activities including reconciliations, cash applications, and wire transfers.</li><li>Maintain and review internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Coordinate and process payroll and related filings.</li><li>Handle sales tax, multi-state filings as needed, and support year-end tax preparation with external CPAs.</li><li>Monitor company expenses, prepare budgets and forecasts, and report on variances.</li><li>Serve as the point of contact for financial audits, external accounting professionals, banking partners, and vendors.</li><li>Oversee accounting processes in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks or similar platforms).</li><li>Identify process improvements to maximize accounting efficiency and accuracy.</li></ul>