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Senior Accountant General Accounting in Kansas City, MO

Senior Accountant General Accounting Job Description

Candidates for senior accountant positions should possess solid communication, technology, organizational and analytical skills. Companies hiring senior accountants generally look for at least three years’ experience, along with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. A CPA, CGMA or CMA also is preferred.

Typical senior accountant general accounting duties:

Reconciling sub-ledger to general ledger account balancesPreparing financial statementsSupporting month-end and year-end closePreparing financial statements, journal entries and account reconciliationsAssessing internal controls, including risk assessments and reviews of risk areasAssisting with budget preparation and preparing the monthly budget variance analysesMaintaining and reconciling fixed assets schedulesAssisting with initial internal control evaluationsSupervising accounting staff

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Salary for Senior Accountant General Accounting in Kansas City, MO
78108 - 108206
25th percentile
78108
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
93779
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
108206
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Accounting Manager – General Accounting 89053 109201 125121 Staff Accountant – General Accounting 59700 71143 87311 Entry-Level Staff Accountant – General Accounting 53233 60198 67163

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