Accounting Specialist Job at Motion Recruitment in Leawood

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📍 Location: Overland Park, KS 66211 (Onsite)

📅 Duration: 8-Month Contract | Possibility of Extension or Conversion

🌟 About the Role

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team in Overland Park, KS. This position is ideal for someone looking to grow their accounting career with hands‑on experience in Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R), reconciliations, and month‑end activities. You’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily operations, and ensuring compliance with internal and government accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Process shipment data from depletion to the PeopleSoft General Ledger
• Prepare and process daily invoices and customer deposits
• Apply cash receipts and assist in collection activities
• Respond to customer invoicing questions and requests
• Maintain A/R, A/P, and other financial records
• Assist with month‑end close and government reporting
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and confirmations
• Enter government invoices in Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF)
• Prepare and process payments via wire, ACH, and check
• Approve employee expense reports
• Support Sales & Use tax reporting and other assigned tasks

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field with 1+ years of experience
• OR Associate’s degree with 3+ years of experience
• OR High School diploma with 6+ years of relevant experience
• 3–5 years of experience using Microsoft Office applications
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR/EAR regulations)