Accounting Associate

Kforce Inc.

Saint Louis, MO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60,000–$67,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Documentation, External Audit, Finance, Financial Reporting, Financial Transactions, Fund Accounting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Journal Entries, Legal, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Management, Reconciliation, Reimbursement, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Treasury, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Saint Louis, MO
POSTED
2 days ago
Kforce's client, a growing and fast-paced organization is seeking an Accounting Associate to support general ledger activities, month-end close, and core accounting operations. This role offers strong exposure to financial reporting, reconciliations, and process improvement within a dynamic environment. This position will be on-site full-time in the Saint Louis, MO area. Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain general ledger and record daily financial transactions, including AP, cash activity, and journal entries
  • Support month-end close, including reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting
  • Perform daily reconciliation of trading positions and investigate discrepancies to ensure accuracy
  • Manage accounts payable processes, including vendor onboarding, coding, and 1099 reporting
  • Partner with external accounting providers (fund administrators) on close activities
  • Assist with audit preparation and provide support during external audits
  • Review employee expense reimbursements for policy compliance
  • Execute cash transfers and support treasury activities
  • Assist with internal compliance reviews and documentation
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 0-2 years of accounting or finance experience (internship experience acceptable)
  • Understanding of GAAP principles
  • Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/