In-Office ESOP Corporate Accountant (Payroll & AP)

ESS Companies, Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical/dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

ESS Companies, Inc. in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a Corporate Staff Accountant to support accounts payable, payroll, and corporate close processes.

This in-office role collaborates with the Accounting Manager and operates in an ESOP-owned environment emphasizing discretion and integrity. The position covers vendor management, payroll administration, fixed assets, and supporting audits, with a focus on accurate scheduling, confidential handling of sensitive information, and timely financial

Qualifications

• Two years of accounting or payroll experience.
• Experience with general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting/payroll systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience supporting audits or compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable: vendor setup, invoice posting, vendor statement reconciliation, and weekly payments.
• Payroll Administration: process payroll, reconcile, and respond to employee inquiries.
• Corporate Accounting: bank reconciliations, journal entries, month/quarter/year-end close support.
• Fixed Assets & Depreciation: asset records, additions/disposals, depreciation, schedules.
• Audit & Financial Reporting: prepare schedules for external auditors and assist with requests.
• Insurance Administration: track self-insured plans and renewals.
• Special Projects & Operational Support: system improvements and internal control enhancements.

Skills

General ledger

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

Excel

Discretion & integrity

Payroll processing

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Payroll systems

Job description

ESS Companies, Inc. in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a Corporate Staff Accountant to support accounts payable, payroll, and corporate close processes.

This in-office role collaborates with the Accounting Manager and operates in an ESOP-owned environment emphasizing discretion and integrity. The position covers vendor management, payroll administration, fixed assets, and supporting audits, with a focus on accurate scheduling, confidential handling of sensitive information, and timely financial