Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Job Description

A large organization is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join its Corporate Accounting operations based in Lenexa, KS. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the company's financial goals.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile sub-ledger accounts to the general ledger for all companies.
• Participate in the month-end close process.
• Prepare journal entries and perform other general accounting tasks.
• Engage in research and analytical problem-solving.
• Maintain a high level of detail orientation, reliability, and organization.
• Work independently and collaboratively with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Respond to branch inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepare summary financial information and ad hoc reports for management as needed.
• Demonstrate good computer skills and learn new computer functionalities.
• Communicate effectively with others using various methods.
• Assist with external audits and prepare necessary schedules.
• Participate in special projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in reconciliation, journal entries, and fixed asset management.
• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Familiarity with general ledger and accounting principles.
• Experience in month-end and financial statement preparation.
• Understanding of balance sheet and GAAP standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• A bachelor's Degree in Accounting is required.
• 1-3 years of experience as a Staff Accountant.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and formulas.

Work Environment

This position is based 100% in-office and offers a collaborative and energetic environment. The role reports to the Accounting Manager over the GL/fixed assets team, with a total of over 70 employees in the corporate office between accounting and finance teams. The company offers competitive pay with eligibility for raises twice annually, a 10% annual bonus, an incentive bonus plan, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) eligible after 1 year, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 6% match, medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans with a flexible spending account option, life insurance, accidental death and disability benefits, an employee assistance program (EAP), a flexible paid time off policy, and paid holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

ESOP Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA options 20 days of PTO

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.