The LaSalle Group is hiring: Accounting Specialist in Joplin

LaSalle Network is partnering with a holding company in the Joplin, MO area. They are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations and performing a variety of accounting tasks. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Accounting Specialist Responsibilities:

• Accurately process bi-weekly, semi-monthly or monthly payroll for all employees
• Maintain and update payroll information by collecting, calculating and entering data
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and reports (e.g., W-2, 941, etc.)
• Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation and explanations
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes
• Perform bank reconciliations and assist with month-end closing activities
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Assist in maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts
• Support the preparation of financial statements and reports
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans and other benefits
• Coordinate with HR to ensure accurate benefits deductions and enrollments

Accounting Specialist Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or a related field preferred but not required
• 3+ years of experience in payroll processing and accounting
• Experience with QuickBooks Is required
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills are highly valued
• The ability to multitask effectively and collaborate with team members is crucial

If you are interested in the Accounting Specialist role and meet the requirements listed above, please apply to the position today!

Thank you,

Ryan Schlueter
Project Manager
LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.