<p>Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join their finance team. This role is essential for driving financial performance through insightful analysis, reporting, and process improvements. The Senior Financial Analyst will partner closely with cross-functional departments to deliver accurate forecasts, support strategic decision-making, and optimize manufacturing operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Deliver robust financial planning & analysis (FP& A), including monthly, quarterly, and annual budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing cost structures, inventory, and expense trends to highlight areas for efficiency and margin improvement.</li><li>Prepare and present detailed financial reports and business case analyses for capital investments and operational initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with senior leadership and operational managers to support strategic decisions and long-term planning.</li><li>Lead root-cause analysis of financial variances, enabling effective corrective actions.</li><li>Support the month-end and year-end close process with accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and account reviews.</li><li>Drive improvements in processes, financial systems, and data management within the finance function.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and relevant accounting standards.</li><li>Mentor and coach junior analysts, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking a highly-skilled, detail-oriented Financial Analyst to oversee cost allocation, expense tracking, and budgeting processes for a top-notch organization offering a great culture and work-life balance. This role will ensure financial controls and processes are optimized to achieve company objectives while maintaining global accounting standards. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Facilitate the preparation and management of corporate shared services budgets, including tracking adjustments to budget line items for the upcoming fiscal year.</li><li>Analyze, implement, and manage costing processes that allow rebilling of qualifying expenses to legal practices or client accounts.</li><li>Create and distribute regular reports on spending, including actuals, forecasts, budget variances, and cost allocations.</li><li>Review, approve, and allocate invoices, ensuring invoices align with contracted expenditures.</li><li>Collaborate with finance teams across global and local divisions to establish standard cost allocation and reporting metrics.</li><li>Analyze budget expenditures to identify areas for monetary optimization and improvements.</li><li>Develop and enforce financial controls for expenses and approval workflows.</li><li>Assist in project budget creation, cost projection, and ROI analyses.</li><li>Establish and maintain cost management policies adhering to global accounting and procurement standards.</li><li>Collaborate with procurement teams in rolling out internal controls and procedures for corporate overhead expenses.</li><li>Participate in internal and external audits when necessary.</li><li>Provide ad hoc financial support and analysis for senior leadership and global teams to assist in meeting corporate objectives.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking a highly analytical and solutions-driven Pricing Analyst to join a large, national law firm. This role is instrumental in supporting the firm's pricing strategies, budgeting processes, and profitability initiatives. As part of the team, you'll work closely with attorneys and senior leadership to create data-informed pricing proposals and ensure financial insights drive decision-making. If you or someone you know is interested in this Pricing Analyst position and come from the legal industry, please contact Melissa Valenzuela at 816-601-1192 for more details! Legal industry experience is an absolute must for this position!</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee the approval process for client rates, generate regular updates on pricing arrangements, and flag potential risks to management. Follow up proactively to ensure smooth workflows.</li><li>Partner with attorneys to develop strategic pricing models and budgets that align with client requirements while addressing potential challenges.</li><li>Leverage historical and current data trends to craft forward-thinking solutions, focusing on profitability for engagements, clients, and specific matters.</li><li>Contribute to the creation of responses for Requests for Proposals (RFPs), offering a comprehensive analysis of financial impacts for leadership review.</li><li>Collaborate with senior leadership to optimize current workflows, introduce innovative tools, and implement new initiatives to enhance efficiency.</li><li>Utilize firm-specific profitability models to assess scenarios and provide insights on deal costs to inform pricing decisions.</li><li>Serve as a resource in evaluating contingency fee cases, including initial approval stages and monthly performance reviews against predefined financial benchmarks.</li><li>Build strong relationships with internal teams, including Finance & Accounting, to deliver seamless, high-quality service for attorneys and clients.</li><li>Demonstrate a commitment to providing exceptional service and responsiveness to internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Take on ad hoc responsibilities as assigned, contributing your expertise to various initiatives.</li><li>Maintain availability during work hours across approved communication platforms (e.g., Zoom, Jabber) to ensure transparent, timely collaboration—especially in hybrid settings.</li></ul><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>A Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related discipline is required; an MBA is particularly advantageous.</li><li>At least 4–5 years of proven success in financial reporting, data analysis, or pricing strategy.</li><li>Strong command of Microsoft Excel, including advanced functionalities such as pivot tables, macros, and data modeling.</li><li>Familiarity with tools like SQL Reporting Services, Cognos BI, and proficiency in SQL queries is highly valued.</li><li>Exceptional organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.</li><li>Strategic thinking and the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.</li><li>Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills to convey complex concepts clearly.</li><li>A team-oriented mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional service and timely responses to meet client and internal team expectations.</li></ul>
<p>The Director of FP& A will lead the financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions across the organization, providing critical insights for senior leadership and the Board of Directors. This role requires demonstrated expertise in cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis, business partnering, and presenting complex financial information at the board level. The successful candidate will possess at least eight years of progressive experience in FP& A, strong leadership capabilities, and a strategic mindset to drive organizational performance and support business growth. With comp up to $170k + bonus and LTI's, you don't want to miss out on this one. Reach out to Molly Gardner for more information - 816-601-1196</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead the FP& A team in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and analysis to support strategic objectives.</li><li>Prepare and deliver high-impact presentations to the Board of Directors and executive leadership, translating financial data into actionable business recommendations.</li><li>Oversee detailed COGS analysis and provide recommendations for operational improvement and margin enhancement.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial dashboards, reports, and KPIs for visibility into business performance and trends.</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with department leaders to support decision-making, resource allocation, and financial optimization.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting, implementing best practices and automation where appropriate.</li><li>Mentor and develop FP& A staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. This role has two direct reports, a Junior Analyst and a Senior Financial Analyst</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Administrator to join our team in DeSoto, Kansas. This role is vital in ensuring pricing accuracy, investigating account deductions, and maintaining financial integrity for assigned customer accounts. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a collaborative approach to solving complex accounting challenges.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate pricing data within the company's systems to ensure consistency and reliability.<br>• Work closely with the Customer Service team to address and resolve pricing discrepancies on purchase orders.<br>• Execute promotional pricing adjustments promptly to support business operations.<br>• Analyze account activities to identify trends and reduce financial leakage for assigned accounts.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve deduction processes and enhance overall efficiency.<br>• Process customer debit and credit transactions while managing cash-on-account balances.<br>• Investigate invalid deductions, obtain necessary documentation, and follow up to resolve issues.<br>• Assist with invoice processing and ensure timely handling of accounts payable and receivable.<br>• Handle multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining professionalism in resolving disputes.<br>• Perform additional accounting duties as required to support the department.
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Supervisor/Manager to join our team in Kansas City, Missouri. In this role, you will oversee key financial processes, including collections, cash applications, and billing functions, to ensure smooth operations and accuracy. This is a Contract to permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity for growth and long-term potential within the transportation equipment manufacturing industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise and manage the accounts receivable department, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.<br>• Oversee commercial collections activities to minimize outstanding balances and improve cash flow.<br>• Lead cash application processes, ensuring proper allocation of payments and reconciliation with accounts.<br>• Analyze aging reports to identify overdue accounts and implement strategies for resolution.<br>• Collaborate with billing teams to ensure accurate and efficient invoicing procedures.<br>• Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of accounts receivable operations.<br>• Provide regular reports and insights on accounts receivable performance to senior management.<br>• Train and mentor team members to maintain high standards and improve departmental capabilities.<br>• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of financial processes.<br>• Address customer inquiries related to billing and payments with attention to detail and in a timely manner.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead and manage our clients' accounts payable operations in Kansas City, Missouri. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong leadership skills to oversee a team, ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, and maintain compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate will drive operational efficiency while fostering collaboration across departments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and mentor a team of Accounts Payable Specialists to ensure smooth daily operations.</p><p>• Oversee the complete accounts payable cycle, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and vendor account management.</p><p>• Monitor vendor accounts to address discrepancies and maintain positive relationships.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies in all accounts payable activities.</p><p>• Perform month-end reconciliations and support audit processes with accurate documentation.</p><p>• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize accounts payable workflows.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to resolve payment-related issues and streamline operations.</p><p>• Approve payments and ensure timely execution of check runs and ACH transactions.</p><p>• Utilize Oracle Fusion or similar systems to manage accounts payable processes effectively.</p><p>• Provide detailed reports and analysis to support financial decision-making.</p>
<p>We have a client looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join their dynamic team in Prairie Village, Kansas. This role is ideal for a skilled and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in tax preparation, compliance, and client management. The Tax Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing complex tax filings, providing bookkeeping support, and ensuring exceptional client service. If you are someone that comes with 5+ years in public accounting and looking for a tax position with extreme work/life balance but still enjoy what you do, please contact Melissa Valenzuela at 816-601-1192 for further details! CPA is a hard requirement for this position!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review intricate individual, trust, and partnership tax returns to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients to address tax concerns, offer strategic tax planning advice, and resolve inquiries efficiently.</p><p>• Conduct in-depth research on tax laws and regulations to minimize liabilities and provide informed recommendations.</p><p>• Assist with light bookkeeping tasks such as account reconciliations and transactional oversight.</p><p>• Lead and mentor entry-level tax staff, fostering a collaborative environment and managing workflow during peak periods.</p><p>• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality client deliverables while maintaining compliance standards.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in tax legislation and apply insights to client strategies.</p><p>• Manage deadlines effectively to ensure seamless tax season operations.</p><p>• Utilize tax preparation software and accounting tools to streamline processes and improve accuracy.</p><p>• Maintain strong relationships with clients through clear communication and exceptional service.</p>
