Accounting Specialist

LHH is assisting with a search for an Accounting Specialist for a client in Kansas City, MO. This is a contract-to-hire position working on-site with potential to go hybrid upon permanent hire. Pay for this role will start at $23/hour going up based on experience. In this role you will be responsible for account coding and data entry of accounts payable and receipting transactions.

Our ideal candidate will have at least 2-3 years of full cycle accounts payable experience. Read below for additional details!

• Monitor shared mailboxes to print documentation responding or forwarding as needed
• Accurately process, code and record invoices, reimbursement requests and cash receipts
• Accurately process, code and record receipting transactions
• Print checks as assigned
• Perform administrative support tasks including scanning documentation and preparing checks for mailing
• After approvals, email ACH payment information to vendors
• Retrieve documentation as needed for internal and external auditors
• Maintain records within established Salvation Army policies and procedures and in a timely manner

• At least 2+ years of fully cycle accounts payable experience
• Intermediate to Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of an accounting and enterprise resource planning (ERP) system (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, SAP).
• Strong analytical skills along with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-starter with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, problem solve and work with limited supervision.
• Deliver strong performance independently and as a member of multiple teams.
• Awareness of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Does this description meet your preferences and qualifications? For immediate consideration apply now at  with your resume in a Word document! Also apply if you are interested in other accounting openings in the Kansas City Metro Area.