Senior Accountant

Chief of Staff KC; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Tuition assistance

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a detail-driven Senior Accountant to join its finance team in Leawood, KS. This role plays a critical part in managing the accounting cycle, ensuring compliance, and providing financial insights. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's in Accounting, relevant experience, and strong knowledge of US GAAP. The position offers opportunities for professional development within a collaborative, innovative culture.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with public accounting and industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting requirements.
• Experience in SaaS or technology industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Assist with financial audits and collaborate with external auditors.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Problem-solving ability

Organizational skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

NetSuite

Job description

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

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We are a rapidly growing technology company transforming the way businesses and customers interact with innovative solutions. Our team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and pushing boundaries to achieve scalable growth. As we expand, we are looking for a detail-driven Senior Accountant to join our finance team and play a key role in building and strengthening our accounting and reporting processes.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing key aspects of the company’s accounting cycle, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial reporting. This role will work cross-functionally with operations, FP&A, and leadership to provide meaningful financial insights that support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Support revenue recognition processes, including contract review and compliance with ASC 606.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet and P&L account reconciliations.
• Assist with financial audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Collaborate with FP&A to provide variance analysis and operational insights.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations in a high-growth environment.
• Support implementation and optimization of accounting systems, tools, and automation initiatives.
• Mentor junior team members and support professional development within the accounting function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or progress toward CPA preferred).
• 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with a mix of public accounting and industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience in SaaS, software, or other technology industry preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP and accounting systems (NetSuite experience a plus).
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and manage multiple priorities.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a mission-driven, high-growth tech company shaping the future of our industry.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and make a direct impact on scaling our finance operations.
• Competitive compensation, equity opportunities, and comprehensive benefits package.
• A collaborative, innovative culture that values growth, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

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