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Staff Accountant

Overland Park, KS
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial operations for a construction-focused organization in Overland Park, Kansas. This role will contribute to accurate reporting, cost oversight, and month-end accounting activities while partnering with multiple departments across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound accounting knowledge, and a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies and improving financial accuracy. If you or someone you know is interested in a Staff Accountant position and you come with 0-2 years of experience, please contact Melissa Valenzuela at 816-601-1192 for more details! Responsibilities:• Analyze contract-level profitability and evaluate margin performance to help identify financial trends and variances.• Examine project cost activity for budget exceptions, miscoded charges, and invoice posting issues, then coordinate with internal teams to correct discrepancies.• Manage monthly close tasks to ensure accounting activities are completed accurately and within established timelines.• Reconcile balance sheet accounts each month and prepare supporting documentation for review.• Record bank deposits and prepare related cash receipt entries in the general ledger.• Administer recurring accounting activities such as property tax payments, amortization schedules, fixed asset capitalization, and depreciation tracking.• Prepare tax-related filings and supporting approvals, including required excise tax submissions, while maintaining proper documentation.• Compile and distribute recurring operational and financial reports, and support reconciliations tied to due diligence, expenses, licenses, and project-related compliance needs.• Review expense activity, prepare journal entries, respond to vendor questions, and assist management with special analyses and ad hoc reporting requests.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Overland Park, KS
remote
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a growing finance team. This position is ideal for someone who takes ownership, enjoys digging into complex accounting issues, and is comfortable using technology to improve efficiency. The right candidate will bring strong expertise in core accounting processes, contribute to a collaborative remote-first environment, and support accurate financial reporting through hands-on problem solving. We are looking for someone with a mix of public and industry that can work in a fast paced where problem solving is highly valued! This role offer a strong comp and benefits package including remote work, flexible time off, and 100% employee paid benefits. Please reach apply today to learn more! Responsibilities:• Lead key activities tied to the monthly close process, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is complete and reliable.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining accuracy across the general ledger and related supporting schedules.• Perform detailed account and bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely manner.• Support audit readiness by organizing documentation, validating balances, and assisting with requests from internal and external stakeholders.• Partner with finance leadership on special projects, process improvements, and analyses that strengthen accounting operations.• Take an active role in identifying inefficiencies and recommending practical solutions that improve reporting and workflow consistency.• Work closely with team members on day-to-day accounting needs while helping elevate more complex responsibilities within the function.• Utilize advanced Excel capabilities and adapt quickly to accounting technology, including AI-enabled tools and Sage Intacct workflows where applicable.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Lawrence, KS
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to support accounting operations for multiple entities in Lawrence, Kansas. This role partners closely with business leaders to deliver accurate financial reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and provide insight into operational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment. Comp up to $90k + bonus! Responsibilities:• Oversee day-to-day accounting support for multiple operating entities, serving as a key finance contact for ongoing business activity and financial matters.• Direct the monthly close cycle by coordinating deadlines, preparing and reviewing journal entries, and ensuring financial results are reported accurately and on schedule.• Complete account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding items promptly.• Evaluate financial statements and explain key trends, performance drivers, and notable fluctuations to management and operational stakeholders.• Support monthly business review discussions by presenting clear financial insights and highlighting the operational impact of results.• Manage core transactional accounting activities, including areas such as payables, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, and payroll-related entries, while identifying opportunities for improvement.• Partner with operational leadership to strengthen internal controls, refine reporting practices, and improve the effectiveness of financial processes.• Contribute to acquisition-related activities by assisting with due diligence, integration efforts, and accounting support for newly added businesses.• Assist with audit preparation, provide documentation to external auditors, and help maintain compliance with accounting standards and company policies.• Participate in system and reporting enhancements, automation initiatives, special projects, and periodic travel to operating locations as needed.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Auditing Clerk

Kansas City, MO
onsite
Temporary / Contract
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Compliance & Auditing Clerk to support compliance and quality review activities for housing program operations in Kansas City, Missouri. This Contract position is ideal for someone with auditing experience who can examine records carefully, apply program rules consistently, and help maintain accurate, reliable processes. The person in this role will contribute to strong operational standards by reviewing documentation, identifying issues, and supporting corrective action through clear reporting and practical recommendations. Responsibilities:• Review participant documentation, financial materials, and operational records to verify compliance with housing program standards and internal quality expectations.• Examine files for errors, omissions, or inconsistencies, determine likely causes, and communicate findings with recommended corrective steps.• Prepare audit summaries and compliance reports that clearly document observations, risks, and required follow-up actions.• Help create and refine checklists, templates, and review tools that improve consistency across auditing and compliance activities.• Apply current public housing, voucher, and tax credit program requirements when evaluating records and operational practices.• Track regulatory changes and support timely updates to procedures, workflows, and review methods as requirements evolve.• Work closely with operations staff to reinforce best practices, improve documentation quality, and strengthen program execution.• Support ongoing monitoring efforts by performing detailed compliance reviews that promote accuracy, accountability, and readiness for oversight.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

IT Audit Manager

Overland Park, KS
remote
Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced IT Audit Manager to support a long-term contract engagement based in Overland Park, Kansas. This role is ideal for a hands-on audit specialist who can independently lead multiple technology-focused reviews while partnering effectively with internal stakeholders. The engagement centers on delivering high-quality audit results across key risk areas and producing clear, well-supported reports within established timelines. Responsibilities: • Lead and complete three separate IT audits focused on data governance, IT asset management, and cybersecurity. • Plan audit scope, perform risk assessments, and execute fieldwork with minimal day-to-day oversight. • Prepare thorough audit documentation and develop distinct final reports for each review. • Coordinate early on-site engagement activities in Overland Park, Kansas, then transition to primarily remote work as the assignment progresses. • Work closely with the internal IT audit team member to align efforts, share insight, and maintain audit momentum. • Drive audit activities to meet year-end fieldwork deadlines while supporting reporting deliverables that may continue into January. • Present findings, control observations, and practical recommendations to leadership in a clear and well-structured manner.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Accounting Assistant

Kansas City, MO
onsite
Temporary / Contract
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support program administration in Kansas City, Missouri through a Contract position. This role focuses on reviewing financial and eligibility information, assisting participants and landlords with program-related questions, and keeping case records accurate and up to date. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling calculations, documentation, and confidential information in a regulated environment. Responsibilities:• Respond to participant and landlord questions about program procedures, recertification steps, and eligibility guidelines, or direct inquiries to the appropriate team member when needed.• Coordinate appointments and conduct participant interviews to gather household, income, asset, and expense details for annual and interim reviews.• Review documentation to assess continued eligibility for assistance, including household qualifications, unit compliance, and owner participation requirements.• Calculate income, deductions, rent portions, and housing assistance amounts using verified financial information and established program rules.• Support background screening, final verification activities, and the collection of recertification or transfer documents for move-ins and ongoing assistance.• Prepare lease-related and occupancy materials, examine contracts and leases for accuracy, and help explain lease obligations to new tenants.• Maintain complete case files by updating participant records, processing move-in and move-out information, and documenting contract terminations or assistance changes.• Prepare notices, forms, desk audit reports, and other required records accurately and on schedule while preserving the confidentiality of sensitive information.• Monitor applicant files, refresh pending tenant information, and inactivate records when applicants do not respond within required timeframes.• Stay current on applicable housing regulations, agency policies, and local, state, and federal requirements to support compliant program administration.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

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