Bookkeeper/Accountant

Accountant Position At MWR CPAsMWR CPAs (Maloney, Wright & Robbins, CPAs) a highly regarded, full-service public accounting firm located in Farmington, MO. We provide quality, tax, accounting, audit, financial planning, and business consulting services to individuals, businesses, governmental entities, and not for profit organizations. Our firm is dedicated to delivering high-quality, personalized services that prioritize our clients' financial goals and objectives.The accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries and account reconciliations, and supporting financial reporting through strong general ledger accounting knowledge. Experience with payroll processing is preferred. The successful candidate is detail-oriented, discreet, service-focused, and able to meet strict deadlines in a high-volume environment.ResponsibilitiesMaintain general ledger accounts by preparing and posting accurate journal entries, including recurring, adjusting, and payroll-related entries.Reconcile bank, balance sheet, payroll, and other general ledger accounts; research discrepancies and prepare timely corrections.Support month-end and year-end close by reviewing account activity, compiling schedules, and providing documentation for financial statements, tax filings, and audits.Record and review accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and disbursement activity, ensuring transactions are properly classified and supported.Process recurring and off-cycle payroll as assigned, reviewing time records, deductions, taxes, benefits, garnishments, direct deposits, and other payroll changes for accuracy.Reconcile payroll to the general ledger, investigate and correct variances, and prepare payroll reports, tax filings, W-2s, 1099s, and related year-end documentation.Ensure accounting and payroll records comply with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local requirements; maintain organized supporting documentation and audit trails.Respond professionally to client and employee inquiries, protect confidential financial and payroll information, and assist with special accounting projects as assigned.