Senior Accountant

LHH; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Senior Accountant who will manage complex accounting tasks, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support strategic decision-making. This role oversees month-end close, prepares financial statements, and provides guidance on accounting standards and compliance.

You will mentor junior staff, assist with budgeting and variance analysis, ensure GAAP compliance, support external audits, and identify process improvements using best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, NetSuite or SAP.
• Advanced Excel skills and analytical ability.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Growth opportunity and competitive compensation package.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage general ledger activities and reconciliations.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and company policies.
• Support external audits and coordinate with auditors.
• Identify process improvements and mentor staff.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing complex accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making. This role involves overseeing month-end close processes, preparing financial statements, and providing guidance on accounting standards and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage general ledger activities and ensure accurate account reconciliations.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Support external audits and coordinate with auditors.
• Identify process improvements and implement best practices.
• Mentor junior accounting staff and provide technical guidance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (CPA preferred).
• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP).
• Advanced Excel skills and analytical ability.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Growth opportunity
• Competitive compensation package