<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>