Accounting Clerk

$60,000 - $65,000/Yr

Catalyst Orthodontic Group - Kansas City, MO

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Kansas City, MO

About the position

The Accounting Clerk at Fry Orthodontic Specialists is responsible for managing daily financial activities across the company's family of businesses. This role involves processing vendor payables, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with month-end closing procedures. The Accounting Clerk will work closely with the Staff Accounting and Controller, contributing to routine tasks and special projects while ensuring efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Accurate Financial Records: Record daily transactions, reconcile accounts, and ensure data integrity.
• Month-End Closing Procedures: Assist in executing month-end closing procedures, including reconciliations and adjustments, to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Accounting Journal Entries: Prepare and enter accounting journal entries to accurately reflect financial transactions.
• Task Management: Manage and prioritize multiple tasks to ensure timely completion.
• Proactive Communication: Maintain proactive communication with the team and clients to keep everyone informed and aligned.
• Day-to-Day Financial Operations: Contribute to the day-to-day financial operations of companies, including bookkeeping, invoicing, and budget tracking.
• Department Collaboration: Collaborate with other team members to assist in preparing financial statements, financial schedules, reports, and journal entries on a routine basis.
• Continuous Process Improvement: Ongoing evaluation of existing processes for refinement, improved efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3+ years of hands-on experience in bookkeeping or a related accounting role, preferably within a high-growth or dynamic business environment.
• Proficient in QuickBooks Desktop and Quickbooks Online, Bill.com and Google Business Suite.
• Intermediate to advanced spreadsheet skills including lookups and pivot tables.
• Proficiency in executing month-end closing procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Experience with accounting journal entries and maintaining accurate financial records.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual communication skills, including American Sign Language (ASL).
• Commitment to professional development, staying updated with the latest industry trends and best practices.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a competitive salary range of $60,000 - $65,000 per year.
• Hybrid work schedule with 1-2 days required in the office.