Accountant Jobs in Mission, 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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Accountant

  • Kansas City, MO (9 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (9 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Job Title: ACCOUNTANT Department: Finance Reports To: Chief Accounting Officer FLSA: Exempt Pay range starts at 50K-DOE Job Description SUMMARY The Accountant is responsible for maintaining...

AgriSompo Financial Accountant

  • Lenexa, KS (7 miles from Mission, KS)
  • moments ago
  • Lenexa, KS (7 miles from Mission, KS)
  • moments ago

Our business, your impact, our opportunity: What you'll be doing: Compile, analyze, and organize financial data, including transactions, costs, and expenditures Prepare and post journal entries in the...

Senior Accountant

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

Key Responsibilities: Preparation of day-to-day and month end general journal entries, including complex revenue, cost of sales, and intra-entity entries Reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts...

Senior Accountant

  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 15 hours ago

Overview A Senior Accountant is responsible for daily, monthly, and annual accounting operations, such as maintaining subledgers, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, investigating fluctuations...

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Accountant, Cost

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

Prepare monthly account reconciliations and journal entries related to inventory....

Accountant

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

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities: This accountant may be involved in various corporate accounting functions including but not limited to intercompany transactions, accruals, prepaid expenses...

Embark Scholar Intern; CPA Track Multiple Locations Summer 2026

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

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in todays most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

General Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 4 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities General Ledger Postings and Month End Close: The general accountant will be responsible for posting journal entries (including payroll accrual, short term incentive, and...

Staff Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: Compile data and enter into journal entries for month close Perform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts Complete account reconciliations for month close Work with operations...

Tax Accountant, Real Estate Services

  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 7 days ago

Founded in 1952, RubinBrown LLP is one of the nation’s leading accounting and professional consulting firms. The RubinBrown name and reputation are synonymous with experience, integrity and value....

Staff Accountant

  • Kansas City, KS (6 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (6 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 7 days ago

Prepare and post journal entries Prepare monthly account reconciliations Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance...

Senior Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 7 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Preparation and posting of month end journal entries, Preparation and review of account reconciliations and analysis, Preparation and review of monthly closing...

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (6 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 8 days ago

Month-End Close: Assist with the monthly close process including preparation and posting of journal entries, accruals, and reporting....

Tax Accountant

  • Lenexa, KS (7 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (7 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 9 days ago

The Tax Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely preparation and filing of corporate tax returns and related documentation....

Certified Payroll Accountant

  • Lenexa, KS (7 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (7 miles from Mission, KS)
  • 9 days ago

Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.The Opportunity As the Payroll Accountant, you...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Mission, KS

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Mission, KS offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.2%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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