Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant

This entry-level Accounting Assistant role supports B2B collections, credit, and accounts receivable functions while providing clear, professional communication to internal teams and customers. It's a great opportunity for someone with a degree in accounting, finance, or business—or relevant internship experience—who wants hands-on exposure to core accounting processes and long-term growth in a professional office environment.

• Support daily collections and credit activities to manage outstanding customer balances.
• Assist with accounts receivable tasks, including updating and tracking customer payment information.
• Contact customers by phone and email to follow up on payments and resolve billing questions.
• Partner with sales and customer service teams to coordinate account-related information.
• Perform accurate data entry of financial and customer information.
• Stay organized while managing multiple accounts, tasks, and follow-ups.
• Document customer interactions and next steps clearly.
• Collaborate with the accounting and credit teams to support department goals.

• Foundational accounting knowledge or strong interest in accounting/finance.
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills.
• Clear, professional communication—both phone and email.
• Strong soft skills: professionalism, reliability, and customer-focused mindset.
• High level of organization and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfort working in a role that includes collections and credit activities.

• Degree in accounting, finance, or business (or any accounting & finance related internship/experience)
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external customers.
• Interest in building a career in accounting, credit, or collections.
• Willingness to work onsite five days per week initially.
• Openness to learning new systems and processes in a fast-paced environment.

This role is based onsite in Kansas City, Kansas, in a modern, professional office setting. The workplace features a strong team culture and an on-site cafeteria with subsidized lunches. After converting to a permanent hire, there may be opportunities for hybrid or work-from-home flexibility. The environment emphasizes collaboration, communication, and growth—ideal for early-career professionals building their accounting skill set.

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, KS.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City, KS.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 11, 2026.