Accountant

kpmcpa; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

KPM CPAs & Advisors (KPM) seeks an accountant to join our Accounting Outsourcing Team in Springfield, MO. The role involves payroll processing, month-end write-ups, and preparing financial statements, with an emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality. You will build strong client relationships and support various special projects.

The ideal candidate brings QuickBooks proficiency, strong MS Office skills, and a collaborative, deadline-driven work style, with CPA pursuit or CPA status preferred.

Qualifications

• Two+ years accounting/bookkeeping experience, preferably in a professional environment.
• Experience with QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online, certification preferred.
• CPA status or active pursuit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Payroll processing and tax payments.
• Payroll report preparation.
• Sales and use tax calculations and reporting.
• Monthly accounting write-up and financial statement preparation.
• Review of accounting records for accuracy and conformance to standards.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Complete special projects as they arise.

Skills

QuickBooks & QuickBooks Online

MS Office

Client service

Punctual & organized

Confidentiality

Team player

Oral & written communication

Education

Accounting degree preferred

CPA candidate or CPA

Tools

Cloud accounting apps

Payroll software

ACS payroll system

Job description

KPM CPAs & Advisors (KPM) is seeking an accountant to join our Accounting Outsourcing Team. At KPM, we understand how much work affects your life. That’s why we’re dedicated to making KPM one of the best places to work. We recognize our professionals are at their best when provided with the opportunity to experience a full family and personal life and a challenging and rewarding career with growth potential. KPM provides a range of professional development opportunities and makes mentorship a focus. We also provide a competitive salary and benefits package. See what makes us different. A career at KPM simply adds up.

Job Duties May Include:

• Payroll processing & tax payments
• Payroll report preparation
• Sales & use tax calculations & reporting
• Monthly accounting write UP & financial statement preparation
• Examination of accounting records, including financial statements & other financial reports to access accuracy, completeness & conformance to standards defined within the department
• Building & maintaining client relationships
• Completion of various special projects as they arise

Required Skills:

• Excellent QuickBooks & QuickBooks Online skills
• Excellent MS Office skills
• Top-notch client service skills
• Must be prompt, organized & courteous
• Maintain strict confidentiality of the firm's clients & businesses
• Ability to work as a team player in a deadline driven environment
• Excellent oral & written communication skills

Required Experience:

• QuickBooks & QuickBooks Online experience (Certification Preferred)
• Experience with cloud accounting & payroll apps & ACS a plus
• High school graduate or equivalent, college degree in accounting or related field strongly preferred
• A minimum of two years accounting/bookkeeping experience, preferably in a professional environment
• Preference will be given to candidates who hold a CPA license or are actively pursuing CPA certification

About KPM

Since 1966, KPM has served a variety of industries and clientele, providing accounting, audit, tax, and consulting services to help clients prosper. KPM is the largest locally owned accounting firm in Southwest Missouri and was recently again ranked one of the top 20 firms in the Midwest by Accounting Today in addition to being a top 300 firm nationwide by INSIDE Public Accounting. The firm also is a member of The Leading Edge Alliance and has office locations in Springfield and Branson.

KPM is an equal opportunity employer and employer decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, or creed, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To learn more about KPM, visit kpmcpa.com.