Staff Accountant

Conexon, LLC; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Full benefits (health, dental, vision)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Conexon, a growing telecom firm in Kansas City, MO, seeks an accounting professional to support the finance team. Based at our downtown Kansas City headquarters, this role is hybrid with in-office days Tue, Wed, Thu.

You will handle AP, invoicing, bank reconciliations, and assist with audits, contributing to accurate financial records and smooth month-end close. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in accounting or related field, with 2–3 years of relevant experience, and is proficient in MS

Qualifications

• Knowledge of financial accounting and GAAP principles.
• 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounts payable, bill creation, and PO requests.
• Maintain vendor records, track W-9 forms and 1099 filings.
• Support customer invoicing and monthly statements.
• Reconcile bank accounts and assist with month-end closing.
• Perform general bookkeeping entries and ensure process compliance.
• Assist in annual audits and collaborate with construction team on invoicing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Financial accounting

Attention to detail

Integrity

Time management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

Conexon is a rapidly growing telecommunications company partnering with Rural Electric Cooperatives to design and deploy advanced fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) networks nationwide. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide by delivering reliable, high-speed internet and phone services to Rural America. We are a team of people passionate about excellent service, meaningful work, and supporting the communities we serve. As we continue expanding into new states and regions, we’re looking for individuals who want to grow with us and contribute to this important mission of transforming rural communities with the power of high-speed internet, mile by mile of fiber to the home.

This position would have primary responsibility of supporting the accounting team of this rapidly growing business and will have the opportunity to advance with the business. This position will be based at Conexon’s downtown Kansas City headquarters.

Location: Kansas City, MO -Hybrid: In office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Fixed

Overtime: Occasionally

Travel: No

Requirements

• Handle the day-to-day accounts payable process through bill creation and purchase order request
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including tracking W-9 forms and assisting with the annual 1099 filings
• Support customer invoicing and the monthly customer statements
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly as well as other month-end closing procedures
• Perform general bookkeeping entries
• Ensure compliance with an internal system of standard procedures and processes
• Assist in annual audit process
• Cross departmental collaboration with the construction team to ensure accuracy on invoicing for projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of financial accounting and ability to adhere to general accounting principles
• Motivated and organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High standard of personal and professional integrity
• Flexibility and adaptability to assume additional responsibilities and accommodate report requests from management
• Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Experience with Sage Intacct a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 2-3 years of experience directly related to the key duties of the role

Standard Company Benefits Include

• Paid time off
• Full benefits (i.e. health, dental, and vision)
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits

Conexon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Our recruiting and hiring practices are designed to attract, evaluate, and retain talented individuals based solely on their qualifications, experience, and ability to contribute to Conexon’s mission. Discrimination, harassment, or bias of any kind is strictly prohibited in all stages of the employment process.

• By adhering to these principles, Conexon ensures a fair, equitable, and respectful environment for all current and prospective employees.