Top 23 Finance assistant Jobs in Kansas

Assistant Retail Controller
JUMP START STORES INC —Wichita, KS
- Full-time
- 5 years
- ERP systems
- Office
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3d
Assistant Underwriter
Steadily Insurance Agency —Overland Park, KS
- $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Office
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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3d
Part-Time Finance Assistant
Great Plains Spca —Merriam, KS
- $21 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Office
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Actuarial Assistant
Security Benefit —Overland Park, KS
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- SQL
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
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Trust Administrative Assistant
Midwest Trust Company —Overland Park, KS
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
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Compliance Assistant (Bank)
Cornerstone Bank - Overland Park, KS —Overland Park, KS
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Assistant to the Senior Vice President & VP and Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid
Colby College —Colby, KS
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
10d
Client Service Manager - Family Office
Moneta Group Investment Advisors LLC —Mission Woods, KS
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
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Assistant to the Controller
SSC Advisors, Inc. —Topeka, KS
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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12d
Assistant Business Controller- Finance
Netsmart Technologies —Overland Park, KS
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPA
- Pass drug screening
- Opportunities for advancement
4d
Assistant to the Director
State of Kansas - Department of Transportation —Shawnee County, KS
- $82,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Research
- Office
- Paid training
- Paid jury duty
10d
Scholarship and Financial Aid Assistant
GARDEN CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE —Garden City, KS
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- University
- Loan repayment program
6d
Production Coordinator (Real Estate Appraisal Assistant)
Valbridge Property Advisors —Overland Park, KS
- $45,000 - $49,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Financial Center Manager
First National Bank of Hutchinson —Hutchinson, KS
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
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Office Manager – Automotive Finance BHPH
IDRIVE AUTOS LLC —Hutchinson, KS
- Mid-level
- Office
- Organizational skills
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Administrative Assistant to Financial Representative
Riedl First Securities Company of Kansas —Wichita, KS
- $35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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16h
Assistant Finance Director
TARC, INC —Topeka, KS
- From $69,818.45 a year
- Online Application
- CPA
- 5 years
- Office
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Admin Asst for Financial Aid & Admissions
Bethany College —Lindsborg, KS
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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3d
Student - Financial Aid Office Assistant
Newman University Inc —Wichita, KS
- $8.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Office
- US work authorization
Pool: Finance Student Assistant
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- $10.25 an hour
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Office
- Finance

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Assistant Retail Controller

JUMP START STORES INC
Wichita, KS

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Job Details

Full-time
3 days ago

Qualifications

Financial close processing
Bachelor's degree
Closing the books

Full Job Description

Assistant Controller

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller is a key member of the Accounting leadership team responsible for supporting the Controller in the daily management of the accounting department while driving operational excellence across the organization. This position combines traditional accounting responsibilities with leadership, systems administration, financial reporting, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

The Assistant Controller oversees the Retail Accounting team, ensures the timely and accurate completion of accounting activities, assists with financial reporting and month-end close, develops accounting policies and procedures, and partners with departments across the organization to improve financial processes and reporting.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who enjoys building efficient processes, leveraging technology, mentoring staff, and identifying opportunities to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of the accounting function.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

Assist in managing the daily operations of the Accounting Department.
Ensure accounting transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
Prepare and review journal entries.
Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
Review financial information for completeness and accuracy.
Maintain supporting schedules for general ledger accounts.
Assist with fixed asset accounting, prepaid expenses, accruals, and other balance sheet accounts.

Retail Accounting Leadership

Supervise, coach, and develop the Retail Accounting Associates.
Assign workloads and establish priorities.
Review completed work for accuracy and completeness.
Train new employees and provide ongoing professional development.
Monitor department productivity and identify opportunities for improvement.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Prepare executive management reporting packages.
Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
Analyze financial results and explain significant variances.
Develop operational and financial KPI reporting.
Assist departments with financial analysis and reporting needs.

Accounts Receivable

Oversee and Prepare customer invoices and billings.
Maintain customer account records.
Monitor outstanding receivables.
Assist with collection activities.
Resolve billing discrepancies.
Reconcile customer balances.

Accounts Payable

Review vendor invoices for proper coding and approvals.
Assist with vendor statement reconciliations.
Resolve vendor payment issues.
Maintain vendor master records.

Systems Administration & Technology

Maintain accounting software and financial systems.
Assist with ERP implementation and ongoing system enhancements.
Support integrations between accounting and operational systems.
Participate in software testing and implementation projects.
Maintain accounting master data including chart of accounts, cost centers, locations, vendors, and customers.
Work with software vendors to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements.
Help evaluate new technologies that improve accounting efficiency.
Assist with report development and financial data validation.

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to automate manual accounting processes.
Develop more efficient workflows and internal procedures.
Create and maintain accounting policies and procedure documentation.
Recommend improvements to internal controls.
Lead or participate in cross-functional improvement projects.
Assist in developing scalable accounting processes to support company growth.
Promote best practices throughout the accounting department.

Internal Controls & Compliance

Ensure compliance with company accounting policies.
Assist in maintaining strong internal controls.
Support audit requests and compliance initiatives.
Monitor adherence to established accounting procedures.
Recommend improvements to strengthen financial controls.
Assist with documentation of accounting policies and procedures.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Operations, Human Resources, Inventory, Purchasing, Fuel Operations, and other departments to support business objectives.
Provide financial guidance to department managers.
Participate in cross-functional meetings and special projects.
Assist leadership with strategic initiatives and operational improvements.
Serve as a resource for accounting-related questions throughout the organization.

Other Responsibilities

Participate in acquisitions, new location openings, and business integration activities.
Assist with special accounting projects as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller or Director.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or equivalent degree required.

Experience

Five or more years of progressive accounting experience.
Three or more years of supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
Experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation.
Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
Experience in retail, convenience store, petroleum, distribution, or multi-location accounting is preferred.
Experience with ERP systems and accounting software implementations is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Financial statement preparation
Budgeting and forecasting
General ledger accounting
Accounts payable and accounts receivable
Financial reporting
ERP systems
Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred:

SQL or database experience
Power BI or business intelligence tools
Process automation experience
Data analytics
Workflow improvement
Experience with system integrations

Leadership Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Strong leadership and coaching abilities
Excellent organizational skills
Exceptional attention to detail
High level of integrity and professionalism
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines
Self-motivation and initiative
Process improvement mindset
Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative approach to working across departments

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to travel occasionally to retail locations if needed.

Jump Start Stores is a faith-based organization committed to serving our customers and communities with integrity, respect, and excellence. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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finance assistant jobs in kansas

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Assistant Underwriter

Part-Time Finance Assistant

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Trust Administrative Assistant

Compliance Assistant (Bank)

Executive Assistant to the Senior Vice President & VP and Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid

Client Service Manager - Family Office

Assistant to the Controller

Assistant Business Controller- Finance

Assistant to the Director

Scholarship and Financial Aid Assistant

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