Sr. Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to join a team in Overland Park, Kansas on a Contract basis. This position will support core accounting operations, including close activities, reconciliations, journal entry preparation, and financial analysis. The role also contributes to project-related closeout work by reviewing invoice support, researching outstanding purchase orders, and helping maintain accurate financial records. Candidates who are highly organized, analytical, and comfortable working extensively in Excel will be well suited for this opportunity.

Responsibilities:
• Manage key components of the monthly and period-end close process, helping ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including adjustments needed to keep ledger activity complete and properly supported.
• Perform detailed reconciliations for general ledger accounts and bank activity, resolving discrepancies as they arise.
• Analyze account balances and transaction activity to identify variances, trends, and items requiring follow-up.
• Support project closeout efforts by matching invoices to related equipment or project costs and confirming proper application.
• Investigate open purchase orders, determine the cause of outstanding items, and coordinate actions needed for closure.
• Use advanced spreadsheet analysis to organize large data sets, validate information, and produce clear accounting support.
• Assist with additional accounting assignments as needed to support day-to-day departmental priorities.

Qualifications:

• Experience in accounting roles with strong exposure to month-end close and general ledger support.
• Proven ability to prepare journal entries and complete account reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Background in bank reconciliations and financial analysis within a fast-paced accounting environment.
• Proficiency in Excel, including data manipulation, review, and analytical reporting.
• Familiarity with project accounting or project closeout activities is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion is helpful but not required.

Compensation

Based on experience

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