The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has an opening for an Accounting Specialist who will perform a variety of accounting functions including processing payroll and expense reports for 500+ employees and invoicing and accounts receivables for multiple companies. The candidate is a member of the Accounting team and will report to the Accounting Operations Manager.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
- Responsible for payroll function for 500+ employees in a multiple company environment through ADP.
- Maintain confidentiality related to personnel.
- Audit expense reports for adherence to travel policies.
- Onboard and assist members with payroll and expense report procedures.
- Create invoices and apply payments upon receipt.
- Superior computer skills including Excel proficiency and experience working with ERP platforms.
- Test software updates.
- Provide documents for audit requests.
- Various ad-hoc projects as assigned.
The successful candidate will be a self-starter willing to commit the required effort to accomplish objectives and identify opportunities. Candidates should demonstrate solid problem-solving skills with the ability to think “outside the box” and innovatively. The ability to effectively prioritize one’s workload and manage changes in direction and priority is essential. Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in work product will be vital. Successful candidates will be a team player who demonstrates and fosters a partnering attitude.
Minimum Requirements:
- 2-4 years of related experience.
- Associate degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
- Experience processing payroll through ADP required.
- CPP certification or experience with foreign nation payroll taxation a plus.
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge in working with general ledger and following established policies and best practices.
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit the requested documents to careers@stowers.org or to Administration Department, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, 1000 E 50th Street, Kansas City, MO 64110
Requested Documents:
- Current Resume
- Cover Letter
