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Corporate Staff Accountant

emerysapp
Companyemerysapp
CategoryFinance
LocationColumbia MO
RemoteOn-site (inferred)
EmploymentNot stated
LevelNot stated
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted7 Jul 2026
Last verified10 Aug 2026
SourceEmployer ATS (workday)
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Description
This position is an entry level role in the corporate accounting function of a growing, employee-owned (ESOP) construction company.  The Corporate Staff Accountant will work closely with the Corporate Accounting Manager on core accounting responsibilities and day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate is a strong team player with solid communication skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude. We are looking for someone who fits well within a collaborative culture and is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a high‑performing accounting team. Key Responsibilities Monthly   Accounting • Assist   with monthly close activities, including preparation of balance sheet and bank reconciliations. • Support general ledger maintenance and basic journal entry preparation. • Help ensure   accurate   and   timely   month-end reporting. • Assist   with payment processing, including vendor payments, coding transactions accurately, and other transactional accounting functions as needed. • Help   maintain   organized accounting records and documentation. Payment Processing & Transactional Support • Assist   with payment processing, including vendor payments. • Support   accounts payable and other transactional accounting functions as needed. • Help   code transactions accurately while   maintaining   the proper documentation consistent with internal SOP. Special Projects   & Operational Support • C ontribute to special   projects   as   assigned , including process improvements, system enhancements, and integration of new or   acquired   entities. • Partner with cross functional teams that would be assigned for various ad hoc projects . Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in accounting   or   a related   field preferred . • Accounting experience preferred; open to candidates with varying levels of   experience   . • Basic understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations . • Experience with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel preferred . • Construction or corporate accounting experience   is a plus   but not   required . Skills & Attributes • Strong   attention to detail and organizational skills . • Ability to work effectively   as part of a team . • Clear written and verbal communication skills . • Willingness   to learn,   ask questions, and take on new responsibilities . • Demonstrates an ownership mindset consistent with an employee-owned (ESOP) culture. Compensation   & Benefits • Compensation will be   market based   and   commensurate   with qualifications and experience . • Benefits may include but not be limited to Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Medical   & Dental   insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, Paid   maternity leave ,   Wealth advisor services, Life & Disability insurance Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)