Accountant

Kforce has a client in the Saint Louis, MO area that is seeking an Accountant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional to contribute to day-to-day financial operations, support the month-end and year-end close process, prepare journal entries and account reconciliations, and help ensure accurate financial reporting. Responsibilities:

• Accountant will perform full-cycle accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close
• Maintain accurate financial records and support financial reporting
• Manage cash activity, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger accounts
• Analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and support forecasting efforts
• As an Accountant, you will partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate expense reporting and compliance with internal controls
• Contribute to process improvements and ensure timely completion of accounting activities
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; CPA preferred
• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience; Public accounting experience is a plus
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP systems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams