ebs Recruiters is hiring: Accounting Consultant in St. Louis

Overview

Executive Search Consultant @ ebs Recruiters | Specializing in Accounting, Finance, HR, & Admin Opportunities

Founded in 2003, ebs Recruiters is built on a foundation of family values and a passion for finding great opportunities for amazing individuals. With over 3,000 talented professionals successfully placed, we are dedicated to making dreams a reality. Networking is at the core of what we do, connecting candidates with their ideal roles and providing top-notch services to our clients. Today, our leadership team boasts over 100 years of collective experience in technical recruitment. Their extensive expertise brings a unique blend of business acumen and interpersonal skills to every interaction. When you partner with ebs Recruiters, you can rely on us to offer continuity, expertise, and a dedicated contact for all your recruitment needs. We recruit a perfect fit, every time.

Accounting Consultant

Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced Accounting Consultant with a strong background in accounts payable to oversee expenditure processes, optimize vendor relationships, and support financial compliance initiatives. This role involves managing the end-to-end accounts payable functions, overseeing staff, administering procurement card programs, and ensuring adherence to financial regulations such as 1099 reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable Management: Oversee and manage the accounts payable process.
• Team Supervision: Direct and support accounts payable staff by prioritizing workflow, ensuring deadlines are met, and maximizing cost savings through early payment discounts and efficient issue resolution.
• Vendor Relationship & Contract Oversight: Administer contracts with invoice processing vendors and maintain high standards of vendor satisfaction through timely issue resolution.
• Vendor Master File Maintenance: Manage and update the vendor master database, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards.
• Procurement Card Program Management: Oversee all aspects of the P-card and Commercial Card programs, ensuring proper use, compliance, and reconciliation.
• 1099 Reporting Compliance: Prepare and issue vendor 1099s post-year-end, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IRS guidelines.
• EHS Compliance Leadership: Promote a culture of safety and compliance by holding team members accountable to Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and practices, conducting evaluations, and implementing improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounts payable.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience in an accounting environment.
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and electronic invoicing platforms.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Working knowledge of 1099 reporting requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven leadership and team development abilities.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Seniorities

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Accounting

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