Accounting Specialist

Emerson & Co • Kansas City, MO

35d • Onsite

About The Position

At Emerson & Company, we're all about solutions. We specialize in assisting small to medium businesses with payroll, bookkeeping, merchant services, commercial insurance, and customized tax solutions. Our core values include transparency, exceptional service, and affordability. Leveraging our vendor relationships, we cut costs and streamline processes. Job Summary As a Bookkeeping Specialist at Emerson & Company, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operations of our clients’ businesses. Reporting to and collaborating closely with the Bookkeeping Team Lead, you will be responsible for providing a wide range of critical accounting services to our small to medium business clients to free up their valuable time. From data entry to complex tax returns, we provide the solution that fits our clients’ specific needs. We encourage you to take initiative, utilize your knowledge and skills and contribute to our success by finding new and creative ways to excel in your daily responsibilities. If you are a highly organized individual with a passion for numbers and accuracy, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the financial success of our organization.

Requirements

• Education: Minimum of High School Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Experience: 2+ years of related bookkeeping/accounting experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online
• Excellent computer skills, with the ability to navigate multiple software platforms efficiently
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work independently or as a part of a team
• Strong analytical skills for account analysis and problem-solving
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel to a client’s location as needed
• Active listening
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Math and reasoning
• Problem-solving
• Self-motivated
• Service-oriented
• Teamwork
• Time management

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of technical accounting standards is a plus

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Record financial transactions in QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online or other accounting software
• Checks figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes
• Classifies, records, and summarizes numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records
• Compiles statistical, financial, accounting, or auditing reports and tables of cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses
• Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable (based on client’s needs)
• Reconciles or notes and reports discrepancies found in records
• Create journal entries as needed
• Completes Sales Tax analysis and filings
• Prepare financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
• Complies with federal, state and company policies, procedures, and regulations
• The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time

Benefits

• Company-wide and Department-specific Bonus Plans
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a monthly employer contribution to a Health Savings Account.
• Retirement with employer match
• Student Loan Reimbursement Plan
• Paid time off, paid holidays and flex time.
• Commissions for new client referrals
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED