Accountant

We are looking for an Accountant to join a wholesale distribution organization in Kansas City, Missouri on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position will support essential accounting operations across payables, fixed assets, and general ledger activities while helping ensure timely and accurate monthly financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound reconciliation skills, and the ability to manage vendor-related matters in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice review, coding, processing, and payment coordination.
• Maintain fixed asset records by tracking additions, disposals, depreciation, and related documentation.
• Contribute to month-end close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and supporting timely completion of reporting tasks.
• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate support to keep financial records accurate and current.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure alignment between internal records and bank activity.
• Serve as a point of contact for vendors by resolving payment questions and supporting positive business relationships.
• Use Business Central and Excel tools, including PivotTables and VLOOKUPs, to analyze data and support accounting processes.
• Assist with general ledger maintenance by reviewing account activity and helping preserve the accuracy of financial information.

Qualifications:

• Experience managing full-cycle accounts payable in a detail-oriented accounting environment.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting and month-end close procedures.
• Ability to prepare journal entries and complete bank reconciliations with accuracy.
• Experience supporting fixed asset accounting and related recordkeeping.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP functions.
• Familiarity with Business Central or comparable accounting software.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Compensation

$26.64-$30.84 Hourly

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