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We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records for a growing organization in Warrensburg, Missouri. This role will play a key part in the monthly close process, balance sheet integrity, and day-to-day ledger activity. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage reconciliations and journal activity with consistency and accuracy.

Responsibilities:

- Lead recurring close activities by preparing and reviewing entries, validating supporting documentation, and helping ensure timely completion of monthly accounting deadlines.

- Maintain the general ledger by recording financial activity accurately and investigating variances or unusual balances that require follow-up.

- Prepare journal entries for routine and non-routine transactions while ensuring proper classification and compliance with accounting standards.

- Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a regular basis and resolve discrepancies through research, documentation, and coordination with internal stakeholders.

- Perform bank reconciliations to confirm cash activity, identify outstanding items, and clear differences in a timely manner.

- Support financial accuracy by analyzing account activity, monitoring trends, and recommending corrections when inconsistencies are identified.

- Assist with reporting needs by organizing accounting records and providing schedules that support management review and audit readiness.

Requirements - At least 2 years of accounting experience in a position with responsibility for month-end close and general ledger support.

- Demonstrated ability to prepare journal entries and complete account reconciliations with a high level of accuracy.

- Experience performing bank reconciliations and researching variances across multiple accounts.

- Strong understanding of core accounting principles and standard financial controls.

- Proficiency in working with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools to manage and analyze financial data.

- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize deadlines and handle multiple responsibilities effectively.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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