Accountant Jobs in Kansas

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Accountant I - CIB

  • Shawnee, KS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 2 hours ago

Accountant Support and Backup: Performs duties delegated by the Accountant V and Accountant II in order to enhance work flow and to ensure all CIB tasks are completed timely and accurately....

Senior Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 2 hours ago

Prepare journal entries and documentation to support monthly accruals....

Accountant

  • Wichita, KS
  • 16 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 16 hours ago

Input into the budget system will be ongoing throughout the budget process Performs all other duties as assigned What qualifications you will need: Required Education or Experience: Bachelors degree...

Staff Accountant - Lenexa, KS

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 17 hours ago

Growth. Opportunity. Excellence. Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace...

Accountant

  • Topeka, KS
  • 22 hours ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 22 hours ago

Must have the following: Bachelor's degree in Accounting 2-5 years of experience Must have experience with all aspects of financial analysis & reporting Prepare monthly & year-end journal entries Accounts...

Staff Accountant

  • Leawood, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 1 day ago

Researches discrepancies, provides recommendations on corrections, and prepares and posts correcting journal entries. Assists with fixed asset additions, disposals, transfers, and recordkeeping....

Staff Accountant

  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day ago

Assist with month-end adjustment journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations....

Senior Accountant

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Heavy assistance with month-end closings, including calculation and posting of various journal entries relating to accounts receivable, inventory, accounts payable, accrued expenses...

Plant Accountant

  • Solomon, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Solomon, KS
  • 1 day ago

The Plant Accountant is a financial professional responsible for managing all accounting and financial operations within a manufacturing plant, including budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, financial...

Staff Accountant

  • Olathe, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 3 days ago

Staff Accountant Full Time Kansas Corporate, Olathe, KS, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 6784 Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually Staff Accountant Work Wellbeing Score on Indeed: 82 Are you...

Senior Accountant - Lease

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago

The ideal candidate will be responsible for recording journal entries, reconciling complex ledger accounts, and identifying opportunities for process improvement....

Accountant - REMOTE

  • Topeka, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 4 days ago

They will also work with the internal auditing process as it relates to their specific areas of responsibility ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS On a monthly basis, prepare all journal entries and month end reconciliations...

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Senior Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 4 days ago

The ideal candidate will be responsible for recording journal entries, reconciling complex ledger accounts, and identifying opportunities for process improvement....

Senior Accountant (GL)

  • Topeka, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 4 days ago

Assist with the monthly close process preparing or approving month-end journal entries and participate in resolving potential issues and communicating any possible close related delays....

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Accountant University of Kansas

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 5 days ago

Position Overview The Mechanical Engineering Accountant must develop appropriate methods to accurately analyze financial information, make projections, reconcile accounts and projects on various funding...

Demographic Data for Kansas

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Kansas

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Kansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%


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