Jr. Staff Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing organization in Kansas City, MO to hire a Junior Staff Accountant. This contract role focuses on general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting, ideal for early-career professionals building hands-on experience.

The candidate will support close processes, journal entries, account analyses, and document workflows while collaborating with senior team members on process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 0–2 years of accounting experience; internships or coursework considered.
• Basic GAAP understanding.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP beneficial.
• Exposure to ERP or accounting system preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and year-end close; prepare journal entries and schedules.
• Perform reconciliations of bank and general ledger accounts; research discrepancies.
• Maintain general ledger and ensure accurate transaction recording.
• Support basic financial reporting and account analysis.
• Review accounting activity and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed.
• Maintain documentation and support schedules for transactions.
• Support internal and external audits with documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Deadline oriented

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP system

Job description

Jr. Staff Accountant | Kansas City, MO

Contract | $25-30ph.

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing organization seeking a Junior Staff Accountant to join its accounting and finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to build hands‑on experience within general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month‑end close, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles, excellent attention to detail, and a desire to continue developing technical accounting skills in a collaborative environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with month-end and year-end close, including preparation of journal entries and supporting schedules.
• Perform bank, balance sheet, and general ledger account reconciliations and research discrepancies.
• Assist with maintaining the general ledger and ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately.
• Support preparation of basic financial reports and account analysis.
• Review accounting activity and help identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Maintain documentation and support schedules for accounting transactions.
• Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits.
• Work closely with senior accounting team members on special projects and process improvements.
• Ensure accounting activities are completed accurately and within established deadlines.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 0–2 years of accounting experience; relevant internships or hands‑on accounting coursework will be considered.
• Basic understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, or similar functions is a plus.
• Exposure to an ERP or accounting system is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet recurring deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Pay Details:

$25.00 to $30.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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