Accounting Consultant
519 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
This position is based in the Kansas City, MO area, and offers remote and hybrid work arrangements.
e2E helps startups, small businesses, and nonprofits successfully grow to the next level by providing the strategic finance, human resources, payroll services, and/or tax expertise they need to succeed, freeing them to focus on their businesses' growth and profitability.
To learn more about e2E, visit our website at www.e2ekc.com.
The Accounting Consultant serves as a trusted advisor to a portfolio of small and mid-sized business clients, delivering comprehensive accounting and financial consulting services. This client-facing role ensures accurate, timely execution of monthly accounting functions while providing strategic guidance on finance, compliance, and operational efficiency. Working closely with engagement leads and accounting specialists, the Accounting Consultant prepares deliverables, mentors team members, and leverages technology to enhance client outcomes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, providing expert guidance on accounting, tax, and business matters.
- Perform monthly and quarterly close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
- Maintain fixed asset schedules and balance sheet reconciliations, support AP, AR, and banking transactions.
- Deliver actionable insights through financial reporting and trend analysis.
- Research and document technical accounting and tax issues.
- Prepare workpapers for complex and non-complex income tax returns.
- Manage multi-state sales and use tax filings, business license renewals, and property assessments.
- Lead year-end 1099 processing for assigned clients.
- Review work completed by Accounting Specialists; provide coaching and training.
- Monitor engagement timelines, deadlines, and process improvements.
- Track client hours and project progress accurately.
- Assist with budgeting, profitability analysis, cash flow modeling, and internal control reviews.
- Identify opportunities to automate processes and adopt technologies to improve efficiency.
- Perform other duties and client-related projects as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting required; CPA preferred.
- Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in accounting and financial operations, with demonstrated consulting experience.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and other cloud-based accounting platforms.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, document-sharing platforms (Dropbox, etc.), and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, GoToMeeting).
- Experience with non-profit accounting is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate financial concepts clearly and effectively to both internal teams and clients.
- Strong organizational and project management skills to manage multiple clients, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Manage team performance through regular coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations; proactively address development needs.
- Exceptional level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in handling sensitive accounting and financial data.
- Client-focused mindset with the ability to deliver exceptional service and support client growth.
- Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify issues, analyze data, and escalate appropriately.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and teamwork in all interactions.
- Digitally fluent and adaptable, with a willingness to learn new accounting technologies and reporting systems.
- Proficiency in accounting functions, including reconciliations, AP/AR accounting, payroll journal entries and allocations, monthly close, and financial reporting.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and retirement plans.
- Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Opportunity to work with diverse and exciting clients.
- Company culture that values creativity, initiative, and growth.
Additional Information: All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background screen.