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3 results for Cost Accountant in Overland Park, KS

Plant Accountant

Independence, MO
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Plant Accountant to join our team in Independence, Missouri. This role is essential in managing financial activities, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and supporting operational efficiency within the plant. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of accounting principles and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Responsibilities:• Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger to ensure the integrity of financial records.• Prepare and post journal entries, verifying supporting documentation for accuracy.• Conduct account reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies.• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow activities.• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and insights.• Collaborate with plant management to analyze financial performance and provide actionable recommendations.• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting standards.• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports.• Provide training and guidance to entry level accounting staff as needed.
2026-04-20T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-04-13T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Kansas City, MO
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
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. Key Responsibilities:<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>
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z