Accountant

Staff Accountant LHH Recruitment is currently looking for a Staff Accountant for a Client in Lenexa, KS. In this role you will be responsible for overseeing all accounting including accounts payable and receivable, payroll and account reconciliation. Our ideal candidate will have their Bachelor's in Accounting and at least 3 years of full cycle accounting or bookkeeping experience. This is an on-going contract opportunity that will be for at least 6 months with potential for extension. Pay for this role starts at $25/hour and goes up based on experience. Read below for additional details Key Responsibilities: Payroll Management: Process and manage the company's payroll, ensuring timely and accurate payment to employees. Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Handle payroll-related inquiries and resolve any discrepancies. Accounts Payable: Review and process vendor invoices and payments. Reconcile accounts payable transactions and maintain accurate records. Monitor and manage the accounts payable aging report to ensure timely payments. Accounts Receivable: Generate and send out invoices to customers. Track and follow up on outstanding receivables to ensure timely collection. Reconcile accounts receivable transactions and maintain accurate records. General Accounting: Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes. Prepare and maintain financial reports and statements. Support audits and ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Proven experience in payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate clearly and explain decisions. Research team questions and update with findings. Offer to help when caught up and know when to ask for help when behind. Ability to find solutions to existing and emergent problems that work with the team. Management reporting questions, reconciliation issues, or making time consuming tasks more efficient/accurate are some examples. Benefit offerings available including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Does this description meet your preferences and qualifications? For immediate consideration apply now at www.lhh.com with your resume in a Word document Also apply if you are interested in other accounting positions in the Kansas City Metro Area. Pay Details: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour Search managed by: Ashley Eaddy Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance