Staff Accountant
ECS Inc. International · Lenexa, KS · 4 wk ago
On-siteFinanceFull-time
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Independently prepare, review and reconcile account reconciliations across bank accounts and key General Ledger balances, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timely resolution of variances.
- Accurately maintain the General Ledger and drive the month-end close process, ensuring all entries are complete, compliant and support financial reporting.
- Lead the preparation, review and distribution of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and statements. Identify variances and support root-cause analysis for management.
- Administer and reconcile all aspects of the corporate credit card program, assign GL codes and ensure full compliance with documentation standards.
- Utilize ERP systems to manage and analyze accounting data, post journal entries and support process improvement.
- Process and monitor AR transactions with precision, utilizing advanced accounting knowledge to resolve discrepancies and uphold best practices.
- Ensure that all transactions and records adhere to established internal controls and company policy.
- Thoroughly research and resolve accounting discrepancies and proactively contribute to process enhancements.
- Remain calm, focused and consistent when managing increased demands during critical accounting cycles such as month-end and year-end closing.
- Assist with other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience and Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required); CPA or progress toward certification is a plus.
- 3+ years of relevant Accounting experience in a structured business environment (private or corporate accounting settings preferred)
- Experience with GL account clean-up is a plus.
- Strong command of accounting principles, reconciliations, financial reporting, month-end and year-end closing.
- Proficiency with ERP/accounting software (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize workflows and maintain accuracy under pressure.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective issue resolution and documentation.
About You
- You are detail-oriented, methodical and take pride in delivering complete and accurate work.
- Your disciplined, organized approach means nothing gets missed, and you are always prepared for an audit or review.
- You maintain focus and composure – even under deadlines – and hold yourself accountable for results.
- You value independent analysis yet communicate proactively and collaborate professionally when needed.
- You do things the right way, balancing precision with efficiency, and bring a sincere commitment to financial integrity.
- You prefer structure and consistency and thrive in a professional environment with clear processes and standards.