Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a construction-focused organization in Kansas City, Missouri. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reporting needs, and helping teams manage day-to-day accounting activities.

The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in general ledger work, tax-related filings, and account reconciliations, along with the ability to collaborate across multiple finance functions. If you have 1+ year of experience and want to join a growing team where you can be mentored and grow along the way, this is it! Reach out to Molly Gardner at 816-601-1196. Comp up to $75k + bonus!

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver financial reports for leadership and external stakeholders to support business and compliance needs.
• Review spending patterns against budget expectations, identify unusual variances, and help management improve overhead cost accuracy.
• Maintain fixed asset records by reconciling balances, tracking capital projects, and managing asset identification details.
• Prepare and file use tax submissions on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis in accordance with reporting deadlines.
• Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other key general ledger balances to ensure complete and accurate records.
• Record recurring journal entries and post cost adjustments related to projects and operational activity.
• Contribute to internal and external audit efforts by organizing documentation and responding to accounting-related requests.
• Provide cross-functional accounting support in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and payroll as business needs require.
• Respond to questions from operations teams, complete ad hoc reporting, support vendor setup activities, and assist with compliance documentation and internal controls.