Sr. Accountant

Robert Half • Blue Springs, MO • 7h ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to provide onsite accounting leadership in Blue Springs, Missouri. This Long-term Contract position will help maintain smooth day-to-day financial operations, support a small accounting team, and keep reporting activities on track during an interim coverage period. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach, and the ability to create stability in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

Direct daily accounting activities and provide practical guidance to a small onsite team across core finance operations.

Manage the month-end close cycle, ensuring entries are completed accurately and deadlines are achieved.

Monitor general ledger activity, research discrepancies, and maintain reliable financial records.

Prepare and review balance sheet and bank reconciliations to support accurate account balances.

Contribute to financial reporting by organizing schedules, validating data, and assisting with supporting documentation.

Partner with staff handling payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable to resolve issues and keep workflows moving efficiently.

Develop journal entries and analyze account activity to improve accuracy and strengthen overall accounting controls.

Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and introduce practical improvements that support consistency and efficiency. Requirements - Proven experience in a Senior Accountant or similar high-level accounting role within a hands-on environment.

Strong background in month-end close, general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliation.

Demonstrated ability to complete bank reconciliations and investigate variances with accuracy.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis functions such as pivot tables and lookups.

Prior experience using NetSuite in an accounting setting.

Ability to lead effectively within a lean team while remaining deeply involved in day-to-day accounting tasks.

Comfortable working fully onsite in Blue Springs, Missouri.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple priorities.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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