Aston Carter has partnered with a company in the downtown Kansas City area and is seeking an Accountant with 2+ years of full‑cycle accounting experience. NetSuite experience is required. Candidates with backgrounds in financial services, CPA firms, or banking/financial transaction environments are strongly preferred Job Title: Staff Accountant Job Description The Staff Accountant will support the Finance & Accounting team by performing essential accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the organization’s financial records, and helping guide the team through ongoing growth and acquisitions. This role will oversee daily bookkeeping functions—including both receivables and payables—assist with monthly and annual close processes, and contribute to budgeting and financial reporting. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in strengthening controls, keeping bookkeeping staff on track, and supporting the department’s upward expansion. Over time, this role has the potential to specialize in accounts payable or accounts receivable and build a dedicated team around that function. Responsibilities + Oversee day-to-day bookkeeping functions (accounts payable and accounts receivable). + Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in accordance with GAAP. + Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly, resolving discrepancies quickly. + Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, meeting all deadlines. + Support budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. + Participate in audits by preparing schedules and providing documentation. + Ensure compliance with internal controls and applicable accounting standards. + Contribute to special projects related to acquisitions and departmental growth. Essential Skills + 2+ years experience in full cycle accounting + Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required. + Strong knowledge of GAAP. + Netsuite experience required. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Accounting expertise, including general ledger, reconciliation, and journal entries. + Experience with month-end processes, audit, reporting, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. Work Environment This role is based in our current office in Lenexa, with a planned move to a brand new office in the Crossroads in February 2026. While initially on-site, the position offers room for hybrid flexibility, transitioning to a 2-3 day a week hybrid schedule. Our company is experiencing significant growth, providing opportunities for upward mobility within the next two years. We offer 100% employer-paid premium costs for medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees, along with a contribution to an HSA, unlimited PTO, a 4% 401k match, and more. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Lenexa, KS. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $70000.00/yr. 100% employer paid benefits Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 29, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.