Senior Accounting Specialist
Gahagan and Bryant Associates, Inc.
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Lenexa • Kansas • United States
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About the role
- Perform advanced accounts payable activities, including vendor setup review and approvals, payment processing, and issue resolution.
- Review and verify expense reports, credit card activity, and other financial transactions for compliance with company policies.
- Prepare bank reconciliations, review and approve project-related adjustments, and ensure financial data is accurate, complete, and reported in a timely manner.
- Support month-end close and reporting by preparing automated bank entries, VISA statements, and other automated payments, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
- Analyze accounting data and transactions to identify discrepancies, research exceptions, and resolve issues.
- Assist with the preparation of financial reports and schedules to support intern and external reporting requirements.
- Support audits and compliance reviews by preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Provide guidance, mentoring, and review of work for lower-level staff.
- Collaborate with internal teams to improve accuracy, efficiency, and consistency in accounting processes and reporting.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and recommending best practices to enhance accuracy and consistency.
Requirements
- Associates degree in accounting or a related field AND 3+ years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proficiency in accounting or ERP systems such as Spectrum Viewpoint, Deltek ComputerEase, Deltek VantagePoint, or similar platforms preferred.
- Expertise in managing and reconciling full accounts payable and receivable cycles.
- Strong understanding of accounting processes and procedures with the ability to apply them accurately and efficiently.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing accounts payable and receivable transactions.
- Proficiency in the use of accounting software for data entry, reconciliation, and analysis.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, with the ability to analyze and present financial data effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to identify, research, and resolve complex accounting discrepancies and exceptions.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with management, internal teams, and external contacts to ensure clarity, consistency, accuracy, and compliance in financial transactions.
- Collaborative team player with strong organizational skills, sound judgement, and a proactive approach to problem solving.
- Customer-focused and trusted resource delivering responsive, accurate, and solution-oriented accounting support to internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life, accident, and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness programs
- Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
accounts payableaccounts receivablebank reconciliationsfinancial reportingdata analysisexpense report verificationpayment processingissue resolutionfinancial transaction complianceprocess improvement
Soft Skills
attention to detailstrong communicationcollaborationorganizational skillsproblem solvingmentoringcustomer-focusedproactive approachsound judgementteam player
Certifications
Associates degree in accountingrelated field degree