Staff Accountant II
The Staff Accountant II at Confidential Client is responsible for supporting financial reporting and general accounting functions by performing routine accounting tasks such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role ensures accurate financial records, assists with audits, and contributes to maintaining the company's financial integrity through diligent analysis and reporting. The position offers opportunities for learning and cross-training within a collaborative corporate environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Staff Accountant II in Kansas City, MO. This full-time, contract role supports financial reporting and general accounting functions, including daily accounting tasks, reconciliations, month-end support, and audit assistance. The position offers a salary range of $56,000–$75,000 per year, paid training, standard benefits, and opportunities for development.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly accounting processes, including preparing and recording journal entries to the general ledger.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure transactions are properly classified.
- Prepare account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and take corrective actions as needed.
- Research account fluctuations and variances to identify and resolve errors or anomalies.
- Prepare month‑end schedules and supporting documentation for financial reporting.
- Assist with audit requests by gathering and preparing supporting documentation and schedules.
- Learn and effectively use the general ledger system and reporting tools.
- Communicate with colleagues across the organization to obtain, verify, and share information.
- Support ad hoc reporting, special projects, and cross‑training efforts.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- 1–3 years of accounting, finance, or related experience.
- Basic understanding of general accounting principles (journal entries, debits/credits, ledgers).
- Familiarity with financial statement components (assets, liabilities, equity, revenue, expenses).
- Experience with account reconciliation processes and variance analysis.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Good analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship or prior experience in accounting, financial reporting, or public accounting.
- Experience with general ledger and financial reporting systems.
- Exposure to month‑end close processes and audit support activities.
- Experience in a corporate accounting environment.
Compensation & Work Type
- Base salary: $56,000–$75,000 per year (salary range provided by Confidential Client).
- Employment type: Full Time; Contract.
- Location: Kansas City, MO (on‑site / office‑based expectations — see posting for details).
Benefits & Culture
Confidential Client offers benefits and programs designed to support your health, financial security, and work/life balance, including:
- Paid training and onboarding to help you ramp quickly.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Medical, prescription, dental, and voluntary vision and life insurance options.
- Paid time off, vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays (per company policy and applicable law).
- Wellness programs, employee assistance resources, and occasional company events.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain seated and/or standing for extended periods.
- Frequent use of computer, keyboard, and mouse.
- Repetitive hand and finger movements (typing, data entry).
- Ability to read and review information on screens and documents.
- Ability to communicate in person, by phone, and electronically.
Additional Notes
This job posting follows US hiring and non‑discrimination laws. Candidates are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.
Negotiate a higher salary! Check the salary ranges for this job type in your area.
View My Salary Range