Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections

Accountant Position

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a team in Grain Valley, Missouri. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who brings strong general ledger knowledge, accuracy in financial recordkeeping, and advanced Excel capabilities. The ideal candidate will contribute to core accounting activities, help maintain reliable financial data, and support timely completion of routine accounting processes.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and record journal entries to keep financial transactions accurate and up to date.

• Maintain general ledger activity and review account balances to identify and resolve discrepancies.

• Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice review, coding, and payment support.

• Use Microsoft Excel to organize financial data, build reports, and improve analysis through formulas and automation.

• Develop and apply Excel VBA tools when needed to streamline recurring accounting tasks.

• Reconcile financial records and supporting documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy.

• Assist with month-end and periodic close activities by compiling data and validating entries.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to respond to accounting questions and support ongoing financial operations.