Senior Accountant

RubinBrown LLP; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

RubinBrown LLP in Kansas City seeks a Senior Accountant to join the Internal Accounting team and drive revenue recognition, financial reporting, reconciliations, and related close activities. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and at least 4 years in revenue or general accounting, preferably in a Professional Services firm.

This hybrid position supports cross-functional collaboration and professional growth within the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.
• At least 4 years of experience in revenue accounting or general accounting required.
• Experience working for a Professional Services organization preferred.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and reconciliations.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; ability to manage deadlines and work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage revenue recognition for client engagements (fixed fee, time-and-materials, retainer, AUM).
• Collaborate with client service teams to ensure accurate billing and revenue recording.
• Track and manage earn-out and contingent consideration related to acquisitions.
• Reconcile investment advisory fees and validate AUM-related revenue calculations.
• Prepare monthly revenue journal entries and related reconciliations.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts (WIP, time and expense, A/R).
• Prepare and analyze revenue reports; identify trends and variances for management.
• Maintain accurate accounting records per GAAP and internal standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and workflows.
• Support additional accounting and finance functions as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Independent work

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kansas City Office
Kansas City, MO 64105, USA

Description

RubinBrown LLPis one of the nation's leading accounting and professional consulting firms with a commitment to building personal relationships and delivering totally satisfied clients. The RubinBrown name and reputation are synonymous with experience, integrity, and value. We have revenue of approximately $265 million with 1,000+ team members across locations in Chicago, Denver, Detroit, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Mumbai (India), Nashville, and St. Louis.

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Internal Accounting team and play a key role in revenue recognition, financial reporting, reconciliations, and acquisition-related accounting. You'll tackle complex accounting initiatives, partner with teams across the firm, and make an impact in a growing professional services environment.

Major Responsibilities

• Manage revenue recognition for client engagements, including fixed fee, time-and-materials, retainer, and assets under management (AUM) arrangements.
• Partner with client service teams to ensure accurate and timely billing and revenue recording.
• Track and manage earn-out and contingent consideration payments related to mergers and acquisitions.
• Reconcile investment advisory fees and validate AUM-related revenue calculations.
• Prepare monthly revenue journal entries and related account reconciliations.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including work-in-progress, time and expense, and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and analyze revenue reports, identifying trends and variances for management.
• Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with accounting principles and internal standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and workflows.
• Support additional accounting and finance functions as needed.

Preferred Experience / Background / Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.
• At least 4-years of experience in revenue accounting or general accounting required.
• Experience working for a Professional Services organization.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and reconciliations.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP applications.

Hybrid work environment that supports a balance of remote and onsite work, with in-office presence encouraged for cross-functional collaboration, planning sessions, and key financial close activities.

• Standard business hours with occasional additional hours as needed to support business objectives.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role in an office environment, including computer-based work, movement throughout the workplace, and occasional handling of materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

One Firm

To foster a highly respected, inclusive culture that helps foster and promote an environment that is diverse and equitable for all team members and the firm to achieve growth and deepened expertise. RubinBrown is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

EEO Employer W/M/Vet/Disabled

RubinBrown is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, the 9th largest accounting and business advisory network in the world. For more information, visitwww.rubinbrown.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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