Sr Accountant

Controller Opportunity In Kansas City, Missouri

Aston Carter is working on a new job opportunity in the Kansas City, Missouri area! Our manufacturing company client is seeking a Controller to join their team. This opportunity offers a competitive salary of $30/hr- $35/hr, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of experience in accounting with a large company.
• Manufacturing and management experience preferred.

Description

Providing analysis, management reporting, planning, and accounting support.

The ability to work independently.

Prepare balance sheets, income statements, and other financial reports.

Complete balance sheet reconciliations.

Budgeting and forecasting.

Periodic results commentary (weekly and monthly.)

Creating and preparing financial analysis.

Product cost analysis.

Track and communicate capital expenditures.

Excess and obsolete inventory review.

Ad hoc reporting.

Cash management.

Tax management with support of outside CPA.

Risk management (insurance, OSHA compliance, asset protection.)

Human resources management (ADP payroll.)

Oversee physical inventory accuracy.

Multi-state sales tax management (18 states currently.)

Establish and maintain KPIs.

Establish and maintain strong internal controls.

Skills: balance sheet, financial statement, reconciliation, cash management, inventory management, budgeting, forecasting, state tax, human resources

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Must have strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, time management, critical thinking skills, and analytical skills.

Requires deadline-driven, able to work autonomously and in teams.

Must be familiar with common accounting concepts, practices, and procedures with a strong emphasis on cost accounting.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, and strong interpersonal skills are a must. Must be willing to accept and take on ownership of new responsibilities in a fast-growing environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City, MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.