Staff Accountant

Morgan Hunter; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunter is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its growing accounting team in Kansas City. You will help prepare and post journal entries, assist with month-end close, reconcile accounts, and support financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required; accounting experience is preferred, but recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills are essential as you learn and grow with the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Accounting experience preferred, but recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and posting journal entries
• Assisting with month-end close activities
• Reconciling bank accounts and maintaining accurate financial records
• Monitoring fixed asset activity and depreciation schedules
• Reviewing income statement and balance sheet accounts
• Preparing monthly financial reports, revenue accruals, and utilization reporting
• Supporting special projects and process improvement initiatives
• Collaborating with an experienced accounting team in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Join a Growing Local Company with Unlimited Career Potential

Are you ready to launch or accelerate your accounting career with a company that is growing, investing in its people, and creating opportunities for advancement? Morgan Hunter is partnering with a nationally recognized industry leader seeking a Staff Accountant to join its expanding accounting team. This organization continues to experience impressive growth and offers the chance to work alongside talented accounting professionals while gaining valuable exposure to a variety of accounting functions. If you're looking for a role where you can learn, contribute, and build a long-term career, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

As a Staff Accountant, you'll play an important role in supporting the company's financial operations by:

• Preparing and posting journal entries
• Assisting with month-end close activities
• Reconciling bank accounts and maintaining accurate financial records
• Monitoring fixed asset activity and depreciation schedules
• Reviewing income statement and balance sheet accounts
• Preparing monthly financial reports, revenue accruals, and utilization reporting
• Supporting special projects and process improvement initiatives
• Collaborating with an experienced accounting team in a fast-paced environment

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Accounting experience preferred, but recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical abilities
• Desire to learn, grow, and build a successful accounting career

About Morgan Hunter

Since 1986, Morgan Hunter has connected top talent with outstanding organizations throughout the Kansas City market. Our consultative approach and commitment to building lasting relationships help both employers and candidates find the right fit for long-term success.

For a private conversation, please reach out to Harry Brewer directly on LinkedIn.