Accounting Assistant

Staffmark; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an experienced Accounting Assistant in Lenexa, Kansas. The role requires managing day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring accurate transactions in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of related experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with various accounting software. This full-time position offers an opportunity to be the go-to for daily accounting support within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent experience handling both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with ERP/accounting software on any platform.

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle Accounts Payable including invoice entry and payment processing.
• Manage Accounts Receivable including invoicing and collections follow-up.
• Support month-end close activities and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency with Excel

Communication with vendors/customers

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

SAP

Dynamics

Sage

Job description

Full Desk Recruiter✦ Connecting Professionals and Clients to deliver solutions ✦ Finance & Accounting ✦ Internal Audit ✦ Risk & Compliance ✦ Tax

We’re partnering with a company in Lenexa, Kansas to hire an Accounting Assistant who can own day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. This is a hands‑on role for someone who’s comfortable managing high-volume transactions, staying organized, and keeping things accurate.

What you’ll be doing

• Process full-cycle Accounts Payable: invoice entry, coding, approvals, and payment processing
• Manage Accounts Receivable: invoicing, posting payments, resolving discrepancies, and collections follow‑up
• Reconcile vendor statements and customer accounts; research and resolve variances
• Support month‑end close activities (basic reconciliations, reporting support, documentation)
• Maintain accurate records and provide strong internal customer service to operations and leadership
• Assist with process improvements and ad hoc accounting projects as needed

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years of recent experience handling both AP and AR (required)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficiency with Excel (filters, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP a plus)
• ERP/accounting software experience (any platform—QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Dynamics, Sage, etc.)
• Reliable, accountable, and comfortable communicating with vendors/customers professionally

Nice to have

• Associate or Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with month‑end support, reconciliations, or multi‑entity environments

If you’re an experienced AP/AR professional who likes clean processes, accurate work, and being the go‑to for daily accounting support, please send an updated resume to [e-mail]

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Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting