Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Our client, a well-established organization in the manufacturing sector, is seeking a detail-oriented staff accountant to support their finance director and contribute to key financial objectives. This fully onsite role is ideal for an analytical accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to take ownership of core financial processes. This full-time direct hire position in Warrensburg, MO offers growth opportunities in an award-winning culture.

Staff accountant responsibilities:

• Support the finance director across all accounting functions and ensure adherence to GAAP standards
• Contribute financial data, analysis, and recommendations to support strategic planning and operational decision-making
• Assist in the preparation, coordination, and consolidation of annual budgets and forecasts
• Forecast cash requirements, monitor obligations, and maintain appropriate funding levels
• Research and interpret financial data to respond to internal inquiries, including sales margin analysis and pricing impact
• Analyze inventory turns to support cost-control measures
• Perform general accounting duties and support monthly/quarterly financial processes
• Provide backup support to accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information at all times

Qualifications for staff accountant:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required
• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience in an ERP system
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Strong reconciliation and critical-thinking ability
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team