General Ledger (GL) Accounting Manager

Myers and Stauffer • Kansas City, MO

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Manager will oversee the daily operations of the accounting department. This role involves managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, project accounting, and other general ledger activities. The ideal candidate is a strategic, detail-oriented leader with a deep understanding of accounting principles and the ability to drive continuous process improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience required; 2 years in a supervisory role a plus
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications required
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, such as U.S. GAAP required
• Specific experience in general ledger and month-end close required

Nice To Haves

• SOX experience
• CPA certification
• Experience with Oracle and/or Unanet is a plus.
• Experience with revenue recognition under ASC606 is a plus.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to proactively provide status updates and convey complex financial information.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, manage, and mentor the accounting team, including performance management and staff development.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and review accurate financial statements, reports, and analyses in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Responsibility for one or more of these core accounting functions: Project revenue accounting (i.e. contract-to-project setup process, maintenance, revenue adjustments), Project billing and accounts receivable (i.e. client invoices, payments), Accounts Payable processing (i.e. vendor invoices, payments, expense report review).
• Responsibility for one or more of these related compliance functions: Review of fixed assets ledgers, and preparation of property tax returns, State regulatory compliance reporting, Firm licensing requirements.
• Assist with annual financial audits, preparing and submitting evidence to internal and external auditors, to ensure compliance with controls.
• Develop, document, implement, and enforce proper accounting policies and procedures.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and increase efficiency within the department.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance along with other competitive employee benefits for eligible associates
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and available support resources
• 401K with company matching for eligible employees
• Tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, paid volunteer community service time, mentor program, and a variety of other employee programs and perks
• A combination of technical and leadership development training at each career milestone
• Up to six counseling sessions per year for eligible employees through our Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level