Entry Level Jr Staff Accountant Jobs in Lexington, KY

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Sr. Accountant

Lexington, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key financial operations and deliver accurate, compliant reporting for the organization. This role is based in Lexington, Kentucky and plays an important part in maintaining strong accounting processes across multiple functional areas. The ideal candidate will bring sound technical accounting knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to partner with internal teams to meet reporting deadlines and business objectives. Responsibilities: • Oversee core accounting activities across areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, cost accounting, financial reporting, inventory control, payroll, internal audit support, and related functions as needed. • Prepare, review, and finalize financial reports, disclosures, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and on-time submission. • Maintain compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and Sarbanes-Oxley standards in all reporting and filing activities. • Analyze financial results and explain key trends, variances, and reporting outcomes to support informed decision-making by management. • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather information, resolve issues, and keep accounting deliverables moving efficiently toward completion. • Support and help lead the month-end and period-end close process, ensuring deadlines are achieved and reporting packages are completed on schedule. • Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and verify the integrity of financial statement data. • Utilize accounting systems and reporting tools, including Microsoft Dynamics AX2012 when applicable, to manage records and produce required financial information. • Contribute to additional accounting projects and departmental priorities as assigned. • Assist with internal and external reporting needs by organizing documentation and ensuring required materials are audit-ready.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Lexington, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684 We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our team in Kentucky. This role will support core accounting operations by delivering accurate financial reporting, analyzing business performance, and partnering with operational and finance leaders to provide clear insight into results. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage closing activities and account review with a high degree of accuracy. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly closing activities, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are recorded accurately.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining supporting documentation and appropriate accounting controls.• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies to resolve issues in a timely manner.• Produce monthly and periodic financial statements that present reliable and complete financial information.• Review profit and loss results, identify key trends or variances, and provide meaningful analysis to support decision-making.• Support accounting for capital projects and capital assets, including tracking costs and maintaining accurate financial records.• Communicate financial performance and reporting insights to operations and finance stakeholders in a clear and effective manner.• Perform account analysis and assist with improvements that strengthen reporting accuracy and financial processes.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Lexington, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Lexington, Kentucky. In this role, you will manage various accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial processes. You will play a key role in maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and supporting overall organizational objectives. Responsibilities: • Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate transactions. • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and assist in month-end closing activities. • Generate financial reports to support decision-making and compliance requirements. • Manage payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations. • Utilize QuickBooks and other accounting software to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. • Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies and improve accounting workflows. • Support audits and provide documentation as needed. • Maintain strict confidentiality of financial information and company records. • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting department.
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Versailles, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684 We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing organization. In this role, you will contribute to core accounting activities, support accurate financial reporting, and help maintain the integrity of day-to-day financial records. This position is well suited for a collaborative individual who enjoys analyzing financial information, improving accuracy, and supporting business performance through dependable accounting practices. Responsibilities:• Record and post journal entries with accuracy and within established reporting timelines.• Review balance sheet and general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding discrepancies.• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles by preparing schedules and completing assigned accounting tasks.• Perform bank reconciliations, track cash activity, and help ensure cash records remain current and accurate.• Provide support across accounts payable and accounts receivable processes when additional assistance is needed.• Maintain fixed asset documentation, update depreciation records, and ensure asset activity is properly reflected in the books.• Assist in preparing financial statements, internal reports, and other summaries used for decision-making.• Examine financial results to identify notable fluctuations, trends, and exceptions requiring further review.• Help uphold accounting policies, regulatory standards, and internal control procedures while responding to audit-related requests.• Partner with cross-functional teams on budgeting, forecasting, project accounting needs, and other finance-related initiatives.
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Lexington, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 55000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations in Lexington, Kentucky. This role is responsible for handling both receivables and payables, maintaining accurate records, and helping ensure timely processing of customer and vendor transactions. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid accounting support experience, and the ability to work across departments to resolve discrepancies efficiently. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming payments, post cash receipts to customer accounts, and keep accounts receivable records current and accurate. • Prepare daily deposit documentation, record banking activity, and assist with month-end cash reconciliation against bank reporting. • Create and distribute customer invoices while verifying shipment and order documentation to confirm billing accuracy. • Research payment discrepancies, customer claims, returns, chargebacks, and non-sufficient-funds items, then apply credits or adjustments as appropriate. • Follow up with customers regarding outstanding balances and coordinate with internal teams to address billing, shipping, or purchase order issues affecting payment. • Process vendor invoices by validating supporting documentation, applying correct general ledger coding, securing approvals, and entering details into the accounting system. • Support payment cycles by preparing reports for review, issuing approved vendor payments, and maintaining organized records of completed transactions. • Review vendor account activity to resolve missing invoices, unapplied credits, unusual balances, and other account exceptions. • Administer related financial records such as sales tax support files, expense reimbursements, petty cash activity, credit card documentation, and insurance or vehicle records as needed. • Maintain accounting files throughout the year, including project-related documentation and year-end records retention activities.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Intermediate Accountant

Lexington-fayette, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684 We are looking for an Intermediate Accountant to join our team in Kentucky. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who brings sound judgment, strong ethics, and a collaborative approach to financial operations. You will contribute to core accounting processes, support accurate reporting, and help maintain efficient day-to-day controls in a fast-paced office environment. Responsibilities:• Examine vendor invoices to confirm accurate account coding, appropriate approvals, and adherence to established financial controls.• Handle internal accounts payable activities, including entering invoices and preparing manual check payments when required.• Complete bank reconciliations, research outstanding differences, and post correcting entries as needed.• Oversee positive pay activity for designated operating and joint venture bank accounts to support secure cash management.• Record accounting transactions such as cash receipts, cost allocations, and reclassification entries within the general ledger.• Reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts each month and provide support during month-end and year-end closing cycles.• Administer fixed asset accounting by maintaining asset records, depreciation schedules, capitalization analysis, and roll forward reporting.• Support lease accounting responsibilities by updating schedules, maintaining documentation, and coordinating payment activity with property contacts.• Prepare payroll-related cost allocations and reconcile labor, benefit, and tax postings to ensure project and cost code accuracy.• Assist with overhead budgeting, budget-to-actual reporting, fleet registration tracking, and documentation of standard procedures for assigned areas.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Lexington, KY
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Temporary / Contract
17 - 20 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a non-profit organization in Lexington, Kentucky. This Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on accounts payable experience who can manage invoice activity accurately and keep documentation organized in a fast-paced accounting environment. The person in this role will help maintain timely payment processing, support reimbursement workflows, and assist with a range of day-to-day accounting tasks. Essential Duties and Functions• Process vendor invoices, assign accurate account coding, and enter payable transactions into the appropriate system, including TrinDocs• Collect and organize supporting documentation needed to validate payable activity and maintain complete records for review• Prepare and print checks in accordance with payment schedules and internal approval procedures• Review employee reimbursement submissions for completeness, policy alignment, and proper authorization before payment• Post journal entries related to accounts payable activity and help keep financial records up to date• Assist with routine accounting administration, including filing, tracking payment status, and responding to internal inquiries• Support additional accounts payable tasks as needed to help the accounting team meet deadlines and maintain smooth operations
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Georgetown Nt, KY
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Temporary to Hire
17.1 - 19.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a manufacturing team in Georgetown, Kentucky in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day receivables operations by managing billing activity, monitoring incoming payments, and helping maintain accurate financial records. The role also works across internal teams to address invoice questions, support month-end tasks, and contribute to efficient accounting processes. Responsibilities: • Create and distribute customer invoices each day, ensuring billing details are accurate before release. • Follow up on overdue balances and prepare status updates for leadership that explain aging trends and outstanding items. • Review incoming cash activity and apply payments to the appropriate customer accounts and open invoices. • Coordinate with sales, materials, production control, and quality teams to resolve billing discrepancies and update pricing information. • Assist with month-end close activities, including preparing accrual entries and compiling requested financial reports. • Maintain organized records and supporting documentation for receivables transactions and related correspondence. • Provide general accounting support and contribute to special assignments as business needs change.
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Lexington, KY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
45000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
for immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684 We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Accountant to join a growing organization in Lexington, Kentucky. This position supports day-to-day receivables operations by ensuring customer billing, payment processing, and collections activities are completed accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment when handling account issues, and the ability to work effectively with both customers and internal teams. Responsibilities:• Oversee customer account balances by keeping aging records current, applying credits appropriately, resolving payment variances, and documenting amounts that cannot be collected.• Assess customer credit background and financial information to help determine account eligibility and appropriate payment terms.• Prepare and transmit invoices through customer-required billing channels, including third-party platforms and other approved submission methods.• Monitor payment activity, escalate account discrepancies to leadership, identify delinquent accounts, and suggest next steps for collection efforts.• Partner with colleagues across departments to gather information, address billing issues, and support successful recovery of outstanding balances.• Support continuous improvement by working with department leadership to spot workflow gaps and apply established practices that strengthen efficiency.• Assist with onboarding and training of new accounts receivable team members on daily procedures and standards.• Complete customer-requested lien waivers, maintain awareness of varying state filing requirements, and track invoice-related compliance needs.• Prepare routine daily receivables reports and accurately post incoming payments, checks, deposits, and credit card transactions within internal systems.• Maintain organized and confidential financial and business records while contributing to other assigned accounting support tasks as needed.
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

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