Staff Accountant

Covenant Consulting; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Consulting is seeking a Staff Accountant to support our client's financial operations in Wichita, KS. You will maintain accurate records, produce reports, and ensure GAAP compliance.

The role involves assisting with audits, improving internal controls, and collaborating with finance and operations teams on process improvements. Must have a bachelor's degree in accounting and 3+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting with at least 3 years of practical accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and GAAP.
• Experience with sales and tax filings.
• Proficient with accounting software and MS Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work with senior executives and cross-train others.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end and year-end closing processes with reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals.
• Prepare reports and budgets; ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Perform financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in audits and provide documentation for inquiries.
• Maintain internal controls and safeguard assets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes.
• Monitor cash flow, AR, and AP to ensure timely collections and payments.
• Assist with sales/use tax calculations and filings.
• Support tax compliance with local, state, and federal regs.
• Contribute to special projects and strategic planning.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Sales tax filings

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

ERP/Accounting software

Job description

The Staff Accountant supports the financial operations of our client by performing accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting other functions within the finance team. This role is an individual contributor and serves as a partner to the team and Chief Financial Officer in maintaining strong financial controls and supporting strategic decision‑making.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and budgets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Conduct financial analysis as needed to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and addressing audit inquiries.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, optimize resources, and drive efficiency.
• Monitor cash flow, accounts receivable and payable as required to ensure timely collections and payments.
• Prepare and support tax calculations and filings, including sales/use tax and other reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations.
• Provide support for special projects, financial analysis, and strategic planning initiatives.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting with minimum of 3 years of practical accounting experience.
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and GAAP.
• Knowledge of sales and tax filings with previous experience required.
• Proficiency with accounting software and experience with software system implementation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Able to adapt to an always evolving, fast paced environment with a keen sense of urgency.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to resolve complex issues or escape as necessary.
• Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations.
• Excellent time management and project management.
• Incredible precision, attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with accounting and operations teams. Able to work well with senior executives and team, as well as support and cross-train other team members.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of job duties and responsibilities of this position. They only reflect the general duties and responsibilities necessary to describe the principal functions of the job. Responsibilities of the position are subject to change as determined necessary.

Staff Accountant - Specific Duties and Ownership

• New Customer and Vendor Set Up
• Sales Tax Filings and Compliance
• Assist with Treasury Forecasting, Cash and Banking duties
• Contracts Management and Contracts Accounting
• Month-end, Quarter-end, and Year-end accounting close processes
• External Audit Document Preparation and Inquiry Responses
• Accounting Projects as Assigned
• Backup and Cross-Training Duties within Finance Team
• Additional Finance Related Duties as Assigned