Accountant Jobs in Belton, MO

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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Project Billing Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 7 hours ago

Presents regular training opportunities for Project Accountants and Project Billing Associates....

Audit Lead/Manager - CPA not required

  • Kansas City, KS (23 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, KS (23 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Due to recent growth, well-respected local Public Accounting firm in Kansas City is looking to add an Audit Lead/Manager to their team. This is an amazing opportunity for someone passionate about...

Accountant

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities include preparing monthly journal entries, monitoring general ledger activity, and analyzing budget variances....

Financial Systems Accountant

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Collaborate with senior financial accountants for appropriate masking in the core financial system to ensure proper coding of transaction to the firm's general ledger....

Plant Cost Accountant

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Plant Cost Accountant Smithfield Foods Jul 01, 2025 If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub....

General Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for an Accountant who will report directly to the CFO and Senior Management. Job Responsibilities Work closely with A/R, A/P, Payroll teammates in the dept!...

Staff Accountant - Payroll

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 8 days ago

Job Objective : The Staff Accountant Payroll is responsible for maintaining the accuracy of payroll processing and reporting for all employees of the division....

Staff Accountant

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 8 days ago

Staff Accountant Great Western Dining Service (GWD) is excited to be adding a Staff Accountant to our growing team!...

Cost Accountant

  • Lenexa, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 9 days ago

Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions....

Plant Cost Accountant

  • Martin City, MO (4 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Martin City, MO (4 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 9 days ago

The Cost Accountant will support the operations finance/manufacturing accounting functions by providing/assisting in plant reporting, compilation and analysis, performing month-end close activities,...

Tax CPA in Lenexa,KS,US

  • Lenexa, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 11 days ago

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a focus on tax to join our Lenexa office....

Senior Accountant

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 11 days ago

Perform comprehensive month-end and year-end close procedures including journal entries for responsibility areas such as COGS, inventory, and allowances against inventory....

25-082.P1 - Senior/Lead Revenue Accountant

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 11 days ago

Job Objective: Records highly complicated oil and gas sales; performs sales variance analysis; and reconciles account receivables and general ledger balances; and prepares various regulatory...

Staff Accountant

  • Lenexa, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 12 days ago

degree in Accounting or Finance. 2+ year of experience in full-charge accounting experience....

Accountant III

  • Lenexa, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 12 days ago

What you'll be responsible for: Prepare journal entries such as accruals, allocations, amortization, reclasses....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Belton, MO

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Belton, MO 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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