Accounting Specialist
$49,920–$62,400 year
On-siteNorth Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Review online bank information daily for deposits and reconcile posted customer payments to transactions. Record deposits from lock box, EDI, and ACH sources while updating Excel cash logs and maintaining customer master files with sales tax exemptions. Process vendor invoices in Epicor P21, record automatic ACH payments, and prepare weekly checks to vendors. Monitor state sales tax rules monthly, prepare reports, file payments, and reconcile credit card receipts. Post approved journal entries, create month-end accruals, and assist with year-end audit documentation. Review timeclock entries, update payroll software, and act as a point of contact for vendors and internal staff.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of accounting related experience
- Associates or Bachelor's in Accounting, preferred, not required. 5+ years in related experience in lieu of a degree
- Very organized individual with the ability to multi-task and deal with interruptions
- Thrives in a smaller company environment, eager to embrace the opportunity to wear multiple hats
- Enjoys a dynamic role that goes beyond traditional boundaries, contributing to various aspects of the business
- Ability to meet required deadlines under occasional stressful conditions
- Highly motivated individual that is eager to learn and take on new challenges
- Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision - Takes direction well
- Work cooperatively in a team environment with other staff members
- General knowledge of GAAP, payroll, and sales/use tax
- Familiarity with accounting for multiple companies and divisions
- Valid and verifiable driver's license and record
- Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, training, and safety clearances
Desired Qualifications
- Associates or Bachelor's in Accounting, preferred, not required. 5+ years in related experience in lieu of a degree
- Experience with ERP systems, Epicor Prophet 21 is a plus
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, etc)
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
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