Accounting Specialist

e2E•Kansas City, MO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is based in the Kansas City, MO area, and offers remote and hybrid work arrangements. Applicants should either currently reside in a 50-mile radius of the Kansas City Metro area or plan to relocate to the Kansas City Metro area. e2E helps startups, small businesses, and nonprofits successfully grow to the next level by providing the strategic finance, human resources, payroll services, and/or tax expertise they need to succeed, freeing them to focus on the growth and profitability of their businesses. To learn more about e2E, visit our website at www.e2ekc.com. The Accounting Specialist is a vital member of our accounting practice team, responsible for delivering accurate, timely bookkeeping and financial support for a diverse portfolio of small to mid-sized business clients. Acting as the primary point of contact for day-to-day accounting activities, this role ensures operational excellence and compliance while leveraging modern accounting technologies. The Accounting Specialist plays a key role in supporting client growth and maintaining e2E’s commitment to exceptional service.

Requirements

Associate degree in accounting, finance, business, or equivalent experience and education.
Minimum 2 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, or office administration, preferably in a public accounting or client-service environment.
Basic proficiency in QuickBooks Online and familiarity with other cloud-based accounting systems.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, document-sharing platforms (Dropbox, etc.), virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, GoToMeeting), or other small business software.
Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail in financial data entry and reconciliations.
Proficient in navigating multiple accounting platforms and leveraging technology for efficiency.
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Ability to identify issues proactively and recommend process improvements.
Client-focused mindset with the ability to deliver exceptional service and support client growth.

Responsibilities

Record client transactions involving cash receipts, disbursements, accounts receivable, inventory, and accounts payable to general ledger accounts.
Receive, record, and deposit cash, checks, and vouchers in client bank accounts as necessary. Process client invoices and assist Accounting Consultants with preparing client billings.
Process invoices, vendor payments, and employee expense reports using accounting and online banking platforms.
Assist Accounting Consultants in recording, reconciling, and reviewing accounting data by compiling statistical, financial, accounting, or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and profits and losses.
Provide guidance to the client on accounting best practices and internal policies.
Monitor client finance email(s) and maintain professional communication with vendors and client teams.
Collaborate with the Human Resources and Payroll and Benefits Consultants to ensure payroll related information is communicated.
Perform client payroll and benefit-related reconciliations to the general ledger and other accounts; process related invoices and maintain confidentiality.
Perform other duties and client-related projects as assigned.