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Cost Accounting Clerk

Lenexa, KS 66215

Posted: 06/23/2025 Employment Type: Direct Placement Job Category: Accounts Payable/Receivable Job Number: 17144

Job Description

Adaptive Solutions Group is a premier provider of accounting and finance personnel. We provide a variety of professionals available for contract, contract-to-hire, or direct placement positions to companies in and around the St. Louis and Kansas City areas.
We are currently looking for a Cost Accounting Clerk to join our team.
 
Responsibilities
Cost Data Management
  • Collect, input, and maintain cost data for various service lines and client accounts
  • Allocate direct and indirect costs to appropriate cost centers and categories
  • Prepare and post cost accounting journal entries and adjustments
  • Reconcile cost accounts and resolve discrepancies
Reporting and Analysis
  • Generate monthly cost reports and variance analyses
  • Assist in preparing budget vs. actual cost comparisons
  • Support profitability analysis by service line and client engagement
  • Maintain standard cost models and update as needed
Administrative Support
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures
  • Maintain supporting documentation for cost allocations and calculations
  • Participate in internal and external audit processes
  • Organize cost accounting records and reports
Process Support
  • Monitor and improve cost accounting procedures and controls
  • Collaborate with operations staff to ensure accurate cost capture
  • Assist with special projects and ad-hoc analyses
  • Support budget preparation and forecasting activities
Performance Standards
  • Maintain a high level of accuracy in data entry and calculations (target: 99%+ accuracy)
  • Meet all deadlines and reporting timelines
  • Communicate effectively with team members and departments
  • Contribute to continuous process improvement
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting standards
 
Required Qualifications
  • Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
  • 1–3 years of accounting or finance experience
 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous experience in a service-oriented or operations-driven environment
  • Familiarity with cost allocation methods and accounting software
 
Additional Requirements
  • Ability to sit for extended periods and perform computer work
  • Capability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
  • Manual dexterity for using keyboard and calculator
  • Visual acuity for performing detailed numerical tasks
  • Minimal travel; occasional overtime during month-end
 
Adaptive Solutions Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, STD/LTD, life insurance coverage, 401k, paid vacation and holidays.
Adaptive Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
 

Job Requirements

cost accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, reconciliations, journal entries, general ledger, GAAP, analysis, financial reporting

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