Accounting Assistant

Job Description

Make a difference in healthcare, one detail at a time!
At Vitalograph, we believe better respiratory health starts with innovation, precision and people who care about making a difference. With more than 60 years of experience, we are a global leader in respiratory healthcare, developing diagnostic devices and software used by healthcare professionals worldwide, alongside clinical trial solutions that help bring new medicines to patients.
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Assistant to join our team in Lenexa, Kansas. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of our finance operations within a global healthcare business, while developing your skills and helping us continually improve how we work.

Why join Vitalograph?
At Vitalograph, you’ll be part of a global organisation where your work contributes to a bigger purpose. We value collaboration, continuous improvement and helping our people grow.

Our benefits include:
• 401(k) retirement plan to help you plan for the future.
• Health insurance to support you and your family.
• Paid time off to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive training to help you build your knowledge of our business and respiratory healthcare products.
• Career development opportunities within a growing, innovative international organisation.
• Tuition reimbursement to support your continued education and professional development.

What you’ll be doing
You’ll play an important role in supporting our day-to-day accounting operations, helping ensure accurate financial records, efficient processes and positive relationships with customers and vendors.

Your responsibilities will include:
• Accounts Receivable: Review, enter and process customer invoices and payments, maintaining accurate customer accounts and managing cash receipts, returns, credits and refunds.
• Accounts Payable: Review and process vendor invoices and payments, manage accounts payable transactions and maintain the accounts payable ledger.
• General Ledger: Prepare and process general ledger journals to support accurate financial reporting.
• Organisation and Compliance: Maintain clear, accurate financial records and documentation in line with company policies and procedures.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, streamline processes and support the wider finance team.
• Team Support: Assist with additional accounting and administrative duties as required.

What we’re looking for
We’re seeking someone who is organised, proactive and takes pride in getting the details right. You’ll be comfortable working with accounting systems, managing competing priorities and communicating effectively with colleagues, customers and vendors.

Essential qualifications and experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent, with at least two years of accounting experience.
• A solid understanding of accounting principles, applicable regulations and current accounting practices.
• Experience with accounting software and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong attention to detail and a structured, systems-driven approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to manage financial information accurately and maintain well-organised records.

Desirable experience:
• An associate degree or higher, alongside at least two years of accounting experience.
• Experience using Sage 100.
• Experience working with subcontractors across accounting, personnel or finance.
• Relevant industry experience.
• A proactive mindset, with the confidence to think creatively and suggest improvements to existing processes.

Ready to take the next step?
If you’re looking for an accounting role where you can use your skills, contribute to a supportive team and be part of an organisation making a real difference in healthcare, we’d love to hear from you.