GL Staff Accountant

Myers & Stauffer; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

Vacation and holidays

401(k) with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Myers & Stauffer LC is seeking a Time & Payroll Staff Analyst/Accountant to manage timesheet data entry and bi-weekly/semi-monthly payroll submissions within the timesheet system.

The role supports internal accounting and collaborates with Human Resources and other departments to ensure audit-ready documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field.
• 1–3 years of relevant accounting work experience.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables).

Responsibilities

• Review and process weekly timesheet data for compliance with standards.
• Assist associates with requests and clarifications promptly.
• Maintain and compile timesheet and payroll documentation; operate the timesheet system and payroll reports accurately.

Skills

Data entry accuracy

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Team player

SOX familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)

Job description

Job Description

The Time & Payroll Staff Analyst/Accountant is responsible for performing internal accounting/administrative functions within the timesheet system. This position will ensure appropriate timesheet data entry, timely and accurate preparation of bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll submissions and support the internal accounting function at Myers and Stauffer LC.

Essential Functions And Primary Duties

• Accountable for reviewing and processing weekly timesheet data for compliance with established standards.
• Assist associates with requests and clarifications in a professional and timely manner.
• Initiate efficient, professional communications in pursuit of relevant timesheet and payroll documentation.
• Maintain and compile timesheet and payroll documentation; populate the timesheet data system and various payroll reports accurately and maintain an accurate filing system for reference, compliance and audit purposes.
• Interpret and assure compliance of company policies and government regulations affecting payroll processing; comply with internal controls and procedures.
• Serve as payroll liaison between associates and vendor working to resolve questions and ensure accuracy; provide input to further develop accurate and efficient processes and procedures.
• Work as a contributing and productive member of the greater Internal Accounting Department.
• Work closely with other inter-company departments, such as Human Resources.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• High degree of data entry accuracy, attention to detail, and organization of work
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial information, identify inconsistencies and/or errors
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines
• Ability to self-manage workload and initiate tasks independently
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with internal and external teams
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills
• Must be a team player and have the ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently
• SOX experience preferred
• Must possess the ability to maintain confidential information

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field
• 1-3 years of relevant accounting work experience
• Proficient use of applicable technology including Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, etc. are a daily requirement of this position)

About Us

Myers and Stauffer LC is a certified public accounting and health and human services consulting firm, specializing in audit, accounting, data management and consulting services to government-sponsored health care programs (primarily state Medicaid agencies, and the federal Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services). We have 45+ years of experience assisting our government clients with complex health care reimbursement and provider compliance issues, operate 21 offices and have over 900 associates nationwide.

At Myers and Stauffer, you will have a career that is rewarding while also supporting our state and federal government health and human service clients that focus on those in need. We are committed to providing our employees with professional growth and development opportunities, a diverse, dynamic, challenging work environment, and a strong and visionary leadership team. Our firm takes pride in the welcoming and collaborative culture we have throughout our offices. We are always willing to discuss potential flexibility that an employee may need to better suit their work-life wellbeing.

What We Offer

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance along with other competitive employee benefits for eligible associates
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and available support resources
• 401K with company matching for eligible employees
• Tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, paid volunteer community service time, mentor program, and a variety of other employee programs and perks
• A combination of technical and leadership development training at each career milestone
• Up to six counseling sessions per year for eligible employees through our Employee Assistance Program

We understand that changing or learning a new industry can discourage strong candidates from applying.