Staff Accountant

3 weeks ago

Kansas City, United States Prairie Fire Resources Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $25+

*This role is eligible to be hybrid after an eligibility waiting period

Come join our growing team

We are seeking a dynamic individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, providing a high level of service, and welcomes challenges. Responsible for handling the day-to-day accounting tasks for external clients, focusing on their accounts payable and receivables. This role will be client-facing and balance the priorities of multiple client needs, advising clients on their books, and meeting deadlines.

Who we are:
We specialize in providing streamlined back-office solutions, including accounting, budgeting, planning, commissions, payroll, and human resources services. Tailored for small to mid-size businesses, we handle essential day-to-day operations, empowering our clients to focus on success and growth. Our dedicated team offers expert advice, addressing the daily complexities and concerns businesses face.


We're on the lookout for individuals who thrive in a positive, collaborative team environment.


Embracing diversity, we welcome everyone. Our inclusive workplace fosters an environment where employees feel free to be their authentic selves each day.


Prairie Fire Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.


What we provide:

  • Health and Well-being: Enjoy 100% paid Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, ensuring your health is a top priority.
  • Flexible Work Environment: Embrace a hybrid work setting that accommodates both in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
  • Financial Security: Secure your financial future with 401k Matching as part of our basic safe harbor plan, ensuring a prosperous retirement.
  • Continuous Development: Ignite your growth with ongoing personal and professional development opportunities. Benefit from Health & Wellness Reimbursement to support your well-being and Professional Development Reimbursement for continuous learning.
  • Innovation Encouraged: Share your ideas for process improvements in our innovation-friendly environment.
  • Career Advancement: Explore room for advancement in our growing organization.
  • Wellness in the Workplace: Energize your days with well-stocked snack stations for a positive and vibrant atmosphere.
  • Family Support: Take advantage of our Paid Parental Leave to prioritize family commitments.
  • Time Off: Benefit from 3 weeks of Paid Time Off, 7 Holidays, and a Floating Holiday. Additionally, take advantage of volunteer time off to contribute to causes you care about.
  • Dynamic Culture: Join a collaborative and innovative team that values trust and embraces a fun work environment.


Job Essential Responsibilities

  • Perform the day-to-day accounts payable processes, including cash management, payment of vendor bills, credit card receipts processing, maintenance of general ledger, vendor records, and support with any ad hoc client requests
  • Perform day-to-day accounts receivable processes, including contract review, preparation of monthly invoices, maintenance of general ledger, customer records, and support with any ad hoc client requests.
  • Manage positive client and vendor relationships; respond to client inquiries; provide data as needed
  • Perform month-end close processes, including bank reconciliations, general ledger auditing, and preparing/posting journal entries.
  • Identify opportunities and implement programs to centralize, eliminate or automate activities and implement controls to mitigate risk for the client.
  • Partner with key client personnel to define, establish and implement accounting systems, processes and procedures.
  • Provide accounting guidance to the client’s business and our cross-functional teams. Identify and address risks related to client business initiatives, and devise innovative solutions to complex client financial problems.
  • Work alongside, assist and train fellow colleagues on accounting principles and client processes.

Experience:

  • 3+ years experience working in accounts payable and receivables
  • Understanding of accounting principles and best practices
  • Progressively improving and expanding Accounting knowledge; practices continuous learning and retaining the material learned
  • Aptitude for learning and using accounting software; Quickbooks experience is a bonus
  • Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced environment, while meeting deadlines
  • Highly organized; capacity to prioritize a heavy workload while navigating a variety of competing and ever-changing priorities
  • Confident, professional, and articulate in written and verbal communication
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a relevant field is a bonus

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