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Description We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in Liberty, Missouri. This role involves a variety of accounting tasks, including month-end close, reconciliations, and process improvements. The Sr. Accountant will be an essential part of our team, helping to maintain our financial health and ensure our operations run smoothly.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct regular month-end close procedures and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel skills to analyze financial data and create financial models.
• Independently figure out solutions to complex financial issues.
• Improve existing accounting processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Handle account reconciliations including bank and general ledger reconciliations.
• Record journal entries for income and expenses.
• Oversee the accuracy and productivity of day-to-day activities of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits and collections, payroll, perpetual inventory integrity, fixed asset records, general and entity accounting, cost accounting, and more.
• Collaborate with the team to streamline and improve financial procedures and systems.
• Provide support for internal and external audits. Requirements • Candidate must have a strong mastery of Account Reconciliation
• Proficiency in Balance Sheet Reconciliation is essential
• Knowledge of Bank Reconciliations is required
• Experience with General Ledger is a must
• Ability to handle Journal Entries is crucial
• Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Month End Close process is necessary
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required
• A minimum of five years of experience in a similar role is needed
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are necessary
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines is required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is preferred
• Familiarity with accounting software is a plus
• Proven knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations is expected.
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