Staff Accountant

$90,000–$110,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits + 401(k) Match + PTO Paola, Kansas (Commutable from: Olathe, Overland Park, Lenexa, Gardner, Spring Hill, and Kansas City) Are you an experienced Accountant looking to take the next step into a highly autonomous role, working directly alongside a CFO while taking ownership of key accounting functions? On offer is the opportunity to step into a senior-level position with significant autonomy, direct CFO exposure, and a clear path toward future Accounting Manager or Controller opportunities, alongside a competitive salary, performance bonus, full benefits, and 401(k) contributions. This established, privately owned engineering and manufacturing business has been operating for 120 years and continues to grow. With a strong culture of employee development, the company actively invests in its people through paid education, certifications, tuition, books, and specialist training. In this role, you will work closely with the CFO and take ownership of month-end, quarter-end and year-end close, financial reporting, general ledger integrity, AP/AR, reconciliations, forecasting, audit support, working capital and internal controls. You will also have the autonomy to identify and implement improvements across the accounting function, while gaining exposure that can position you for future leadership opportunities. This role would suit an experienced accountant looking for greater ownership, direct CFO exposure and a genuine long-term pathway into accounting leadership within an established business that invests heavily in its employees. The Role Lead month-end, quarter-end and year-end close while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger. Prepare financial statements, reconciliations, forecasts and supporting schedules while working directly with the CFO. Oversee AP/AR, audits, working capital and internal controls, identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency. Join a business that actively supports professional development, further education and progression into Accounting Manager or Controller positions. The Candidate Bachelor's degree in Accounting Experience working with ERP systems, including hands-on experience across AP/AR, reconciliations and financial reporting. Previous auditing and month/year-end close experience, with the autonomy and confidence to make decisions and support senior leadership. Keywords: Financial Accounting, General Ledger, Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R), Month-End Close, Quarter-End Close, Year-End Close, Financial Statements, Financial Reporting, Journal Entries, Accruals, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Account Reconciliations, Audit Preparation, Internal & External Audits, GAAP Compliance, Internal Controls, Working Capital Management, Cash Management, Forecasting, Financial Forecasting, Budgeting Support, Debt Compliance, Covenant Tracking, ERP Systems, Accounting Software, AP Procedures, Vendor Management, Invoice Processing, Payment Processing, Process Improvement, Accounting Process Optimization, Financial Documentation, Data Integrity, Regulatory Compliance, Cross-Functional Collaboration, CFO Support, Cost Accounting, Manufacturing Accounting, Variance Analysis, Financial Analysis Reference Number: BBBH279087 #J-18808-Ljbffr