Accounting Specialist

Spotlight; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic growing organization in Kansas City is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support a small accounting team. The role focuses on assisting with daily operations, especially in accounts receivable and bank account reconciliation. Ideal candidates exhibit attention to detail, familiarity with accounting practices, and strong communication skills. A relevant accounting degree or experience is preferred. Join a unique firm committed to client success in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with journal entry accounting and financial statements.
• Familiarity with invoicing, cash collections, and revenue recognition.
• Motivated to improve systems in a growing organization.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting team operations related to accounts receivable.
• Assist in bank account reconciliation.
• Collaborate with internal finance and operations teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Comfortable in Excel/Google Sheets

Organized and detail-oriented

Ability to manage change

Cash collections

Revenue recognition

Sales tax reporting

Excellent communication

Collaboration with teams

Detail oriented

Organized

Education

Accounting degree or relevant experience

Tools

NetSuite

Excel/Google Sheets

Job description

At Spotlight, it’s our mission to craft and sustain a successful analyst relations (AR) program for our clients—and it’s the role of the Accounting Specialist to assist in that success. You will be responsible for supporting a small accounting team in daily operations, especially related to accounts receivable and bank account reconciliation, as well as other tasks/projects as assigned.

A successful Accounting Specialist will…

• Show attention to detail and commitment to maintaining reliable data
• Be motivated to own and improve systems within a growing organization
• Jump in to learn how different teams function and how the finance team can support them

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERTISE

• An upbeat, fun, and engaging attitude
• Exposure to journal entry accounting, accrual basis accounting, and financial statements
• Familiarity with invoicing, cash collections, revenue recognition and sales tax reporting
• Excellent communication skills and style
• Works well and collaborates with internal accounting and finance teams, operations teams, and external clients
• Detail oriented and organized while adept at managing change in a fast moving and growing environment
• Comfortable in Excel/Google Sheets
• Relevant experience or accounting degree
• Experience with NetSuite a plus

Expected start date for this position is April 2026.

Spotlight is a unique, rapidly growing firm based in downtown Kansas City’s up-and-coming Crossroads neighborhood. Learn more about Spotlight at spotlightar.com.

Spotlight is an equal-opportunity employer.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.