Staff Accountant

Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our world’s health while problem solving and innovating in the field – at KCAS Bio that is what we get to do every day. If that gets you excited too, then maybe working in the Accounting group at KCAS Bio is the spot for you. 

When you work as a Staff Accountant at KCAS, you get to further our mission by assisting with a variety of processes within the accounting function, including assisting supervisor with revenue management, forecasting, and financial reporting. 

In this role, we will rely on you to:

• Support month-end and year-end close process, including the preparation of recurring journal entries 
• Perform monthly reconciliation of General Ledger and bank accounts
• Assist in providing support for the annual financial statements audit 
• Assist with identifying and researching reconciling items in accounts 
• Assist with oversight of Expensify for expense reporting 
• Oversee fixed asset module in Great Plains software. Track additions and disposals under Book and tax methods
• Utilize SmartConnect software to manipulate data and import data into Great Plains 
• Perform import of purchase orders and inventory receipts into Great Plains from Purchasing system, including reconciliation of data
• Solve problems with a proven ability to research, analyze, produce, and ensure the accuracy of highly detailed work
• Perform special projects as directed

To qualify specifically for this role, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field 
• 1-3 years’ accounting experience 
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite products 
• Experience working in Microsoft Dynamics, or other applicable accounting software
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills 
• Effective verbal and written communication with all levels of personnel within the organization 
• Ability to plan and organize independently on a daily, weekly, monthly basis 

(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities, not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any position. Employees must follow instructions and perform additional duties as requested.)

WHAT YOU’LL GET 

Our benefits include, and extend beyond, the traditional package. At KCAS Bio, you will enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit days. You will grow in your career with KCAS University. You will be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bio's approach to key areas such as wellness, inclusion, and community outreach. You will engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You will have access to the latest technology. And you will be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer. 

WHO WE ARE 

We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health fields. Demand for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble, empowered teams committed to one another’s growth. At KCAS, we advance both great science AND great people. 

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