Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Downtown St. Louis (63102)

Direct Hire

$80-110k

*Position is mostly onsite with work-life flexibility

Kelly is seeking a Senior Accountant to work with our client, a rapidly growing mid-size RIA firm, on a direct hire basis. This role will work directly with the Controller and is a great opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility early and to advance as the company scales.

The Senior Accountant will:

• Prepare and post journal entries

• Own assigned balance sheet accounts end-to-end

• Investigate and resolve reconciling items, variances, and unusual activity

• Support adherence to the close calendar and accounting deadlines

• Analyze account activity and provide clear explanations for period-over-period changes

• Perform and maintain detailed reconciliations for complex accounting areas, including but not limited to:

• Intercompany transactions and balance

• Debt, interest, and related accruals

• Fixed assets and depreciation

• Prepaids, accruals, and reserves

• Equity-related accounts (as applicable)

• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for assigned areas

• Respond to auditor requests in a timely and organized manner

• Ensure work is performed in accordance with GAAP and internal accounting policies

• Maintain accurate documentation to support audit and compliance requirements

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation

• Participate in special projects such as process redesign and standardization, system enhancements (NetSuite)

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting procedures and documentation

• Partner cross-functionally to ensure accurate and complete data flows into the general ledger

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• CPA or CPA-eligible preferred

• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience (public accounting experience strongly preferred)

• Prior experience with publicly traded organizations is a plus

• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statements, and how accounts flow through them

• Proficiency in Excel (Complex formulas, data analysis)

• Familiarity with general ledger and balance sheet concepts

• Exposure to month-end close processes and financial reporting

• Strong attention to detail with ability to think critically about financial data

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Effective communication and collaboration skills

• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial information

• Familiarity with NetSuite or similar ERP system is a plus

Benefits:

• Profit Sharing Bonus Program

• 401(k) with Employer Match (up to 4%)

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Company-paid Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, and EAP

• Voluntary Short-term Disability and Supplemental Insurance

• Generous PTO (112 hours = 14days, after 90 days) + 12 Paid Holidays

• Training, Development, and Educational Opportunities

• Company Events, Recognition Awards, and Team Activities

Interviews are happening now! If qualified and interested, please apply to this posting ASAP or directly send your resume to SARP028@kellyservices.com.

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