Accountant Jobs in Merriam, KS

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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Senior Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 18 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Execute month-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and generating internal financial reports Prepare monthly...

Accounting Professional

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 18 hours ago

ABOUT THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION The Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) partners with individuals, families and community organizations to help them achieve their philanthropic goals. During...

Staff Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 18 hours ago

Process journal entries and maintain the general ledger.? Support month-end and year-end close processes.? Analyze variances and assist in budgeting and forecasting.?...

Senior Accountant

  • Liberty, MO (22 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Liberty, MO (22 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Assist with Intercompany Transactions. Manage all companies' fixed assets. Prepare special projects as requested....

Staff Accountant

  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Assist with monthly and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and month-end account adjustments....

Staff Accountant

  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago

-IND Responsibilities Prepare and post journal entries on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis Perform reconciliations for multiple bank accounts and general ledger accounts Prepare and record accounts...

Capital projects and Fixed Asset Accountant (Corporate)

  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Segra is searching for a dynamic and experienced Capital Projects and Fixed Asset Accountant to work within our Kansas City, MO market....

Senior Accountant ($80-90K + 15% bonus)

  • Leawood, KS (5 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Leawood, KS (5 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Manage the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries. Investigate and resolve reconciling items, transaction errors, and discrepancies....

Staff Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Essential Functions Prepares and posts journal entries Reconciles company bank accounts Performs general ledger account analysis and reconciliations as part of the monthly closing process Assists with...

Accountant II

  • Shawnee, KS (1 mile from Merriam, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS (1 mile from Merriam, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Accountant III reviews work. Completeness and accuracy of encumbrance documents determines performance evaluation....

Accountant I

  • Shawnee, KS (1 mile from Merriam, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS (1 mile from Merriam, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Job Posting Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: Open Until Filled Required documents including transcripts (if educational requirements are listed for this...

Staff Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description The Staff Accountant will be responsible for general accounting functions including accounts payable invoicing, preparing journal entries to the ledger, daily banking activities, and...

Construction Accountant (Part-Time)

  • Mission, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Mission, KS
  • 3 days ago

Experience with accounts payable, general ledger, reconciliation, month-end processes, journal entries, and financial statements. 2+ years of full-cycle accounting experience....

Accountant - PART TIME

  • Mission, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Mission, KS
  • 3 days ago

Experience with accounts payable, general ledger, reconciliation, month-end processes, journal entries, and financial statements. 2+ years of full-cycle accounting experience....

Financial Reporting Accountant

  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Merriam, KS)
  • 4 days ago

We are looking for a Financial Reporting Accountant, CPA to join our Accounting team in Kansas City!...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Merriam, KS

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Merriam, KS 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
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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