Accountant Jobs in Paola, 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

  • Qtsdatacenters
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 10 hours ago

Responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of Month-end accounting close functions to include journal entries, accruals, fixed assets, revenue and expense deferrals and bank reconciliations...

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Sr Accountant--Device Supply Chain

  • T-Mobile
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 12 hours ago

Job Responsibilities : Prepare and analyze complex journal entries and account reconciliations, leveraging automation and data analytic tools to enhance accuracy, streamline processes, and identify...

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Accountant

  • T-Mobile
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field. Preferred Qualifications: Public accounting or public company experience. CPA or Chartered Accountant....

Hybrid

Senior Accountant

  • T-Mobile
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities : Prepare and analyze complex journal entries and account reconciliations, leveraging automation and data analytic tools to enhance accuracy, streamline processes, and identify...

In Person

Sr Payroll Accountant

  • Black & Veatch
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Assisted Statutory Accountants in creating journal vouchers for payroll journal entries, payroll tax payments, and accurate reporting of payroll data in the financial system....

Hybrid

Cost Accountant

  • Security Benefit
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 5 days ago

The Cost Accountant position reports to the Senior Manager, Expense Management/Reporting and can be based out of our office in Topeka or Overland Park, Kansas....

Hybrid

Senior Accountant

  • 1300 Epiq Class Action & Claims Solutions, Inc.
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 5 days ago

What You'll Do Lead month-end close activities, including preparation and posting of journal entries (accruals, reclasses, inventory activity) Perform and review account reconciliations, ensuring timely...

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Property Accountant

  • Hilcorp Energy LLC
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 6 days ago

Prepares special reports and completes special projects by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information for various groups throughout the company including executives, technical employees, and accountants...

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Investment Accounting - Staff Accountant I

  • Security Benefit
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 8 days ago

Working under close supervision, this individual will contribute to GAAP, statutory, and management reporting processes through accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and audit support....

Hybrid

Accountant

  • Husqvarna
  • Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 8 days ago

Last date to apply: We are continuously accepting applications Husqvarna Construction in Olathe, KS is looking for a Senior Accountant to support financial operations by leading complex journal entries...

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Staff Accountant

  • Tyler Technologies
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications Bachelors degree in accounting or related field. Strong skills with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word required....

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Senior Accountant

  • The Planet Group
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 11 days ago

Key Responsibilities Month-End Close & Financial Reporting Lead and support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and allocations...

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Property Accountant

  • LHH
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 13 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 13 days ago

Accountant....

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Project Accountant

  • LHH
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 13 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 13 days ago

Project Accountant....

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Tax Accountant

  • Quanta
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 22 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
  • 22 days ago

About this Role Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC (QISG), a Quanta Services, Inc. company (NYSE: PWR) is looking for a Tax Accountant with multistate indirect tax experience....

In Person

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Paola, KS

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Paola, KS offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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