Senior Staff Accountant

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for a detail-oriented, dependable accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of their work while contributing to a collaborative finance team. This role is ideal for someone who values accuracy, organization, and accountability, and takes pride in producing high-quality financial work that supports the overall success of the business.

You're someone who works well independently, manages multiple priorities with consistency, and delivers accurate work while meeting established deadlines. While you're comfortable collaborating with others, you're equally confident managing your own responsibilities with minimal supervision. You enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and ensuring financial information is complete, accurate, and timely.

This role is well-suited for someone looking to continue growing their accounting career by expanding their knowledge, taking on additional responsibilities, and developing new competencies over time.

About the Company

The Company is a growing organization serving customers across multiple markets with a commitment to operational excellence, financial integrity, and long-term partnerships. Our team values trust, accountability, and continuous improvement, and we believe every employee plays an important role in our success.

We offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment where team members are encouraged to develop professionally, contribute ideas, and grow their careers.

What You'll Do

• Review vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval.
• Process accounts payable transactions and ensure vendors are paid accurately and on time.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies through proactive communication.
• Monitor accounting system transactions to ensure financial records remain accurate and complete.
• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports, including aging reports, daily cash reporting, and reconciliations.
• Participate in month-end closing activities, including preparing journal entries related to accounts payable.
• Assist the Controller and Finance Director with internal and external audits involving purchasing and accounts payable transactions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, accounting standards, and applicable regulations.
• Support other accounting functions as needed, including customer billing, accounts receivable postings, collections, expense reports, deposits, and internal financial communications.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and increase efficiency.
• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive financial information.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Vendor payments are consistently processed accurately and on schedule.
• Financial records are complete, organized, and audit-ready.
• Month-end close responsibilities are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Accounting discrepancies are identified, researched, and resolved proactively.
• You effectively balance multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• You become a trusted resource within the accounting team through reliability, initiative, and sound judgment.
• You continue developing professionally by expanding your knowledge and taking on additional responsibilities over time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of accounting experience required.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
• Experience with accounts payable and general accounting responsibilities.
• Proficiency with accounting software and financial systems.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills are a plus.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while consistently meeting deadlines.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively within a collaborative team environment.
• Desire to continue learning, expanding responsibilities, and developing professionally.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounts payable: 2 years (Preferred)
• Accounting: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• St. Louis, MO 63134 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $80,000