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Entry Level Accountants Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Staff Accountant

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$53K - $70K/yr

Job Title Staff Accountant Summary Responsible for the entry level performance of cash and basic accrual accounting functions, including general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and technical ...

Staff Accountant II

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$53K - $70K/yr

This entry-level accounting role is responsible for completing daily, weekly, and monthly accounting tasks, maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling accounts, and supporting audits and ...

Staff Accountant II

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$53K - $70K/yr

This entry-level accounting role is responsible for completing daily, weekly, and monthly accounting tasks, maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling accounts, and supporting audits and ...

Staff Accountant II

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$53K - $70K/yr

This entry-level accounting role is responsible for completing daily, weekly, and monthly accounting tasks, maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling accounts, and supporting audits and ...

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Income Tax Preparer

Kearney, MO · On-site

$35 - $50/hr

We are seeking a full-time Income Tax Specialist and Accountant to join our small family-owned business, Working in our Kearney, MO office. This role is entry level. The workload is heavily focused ...

Corporate Staff Accountant

Columbia, MO · On-site

$55K - $69K/yr

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 ...

Corporate Staff Accountant

Columbia, MO · On-site

$55K - $69K/yr

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 ...

Staff Accountant

Saint Louis, MO

$53K - $70K/yr

In this role, you'll perform entry-level cash and accrual accounting tasks, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and providing technical and clerical support. Working under ...

Staff Accountant

Saint Louis, MO

$53K - $70K/yr

In this role, you'll perform entry-level cash and accrual accounting tasks, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and providing technical and clerical support. Working under ...

Staff Accountant

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$53K - $70K/yr

In this role, you'll perform entry-level cash and accrual accounting tasks, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and providing technical and clerical support. Working under ...

Corporate Staff Accountant

Columbia, MO · On-site

$55K - $69K/yr

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 ...

Staff Accountant

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$53K - $70K/yr

In this role, you'll perform entry-level cash and accrual accounting tasks, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and providing technical and clerical support. Working under ...

Staff Accountant

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$53K - $70K/yr

In this role, you'll perform entry-level cash and accrual accounting tasks, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and providing technical and clerical support. Working under ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Accountants vs Bookkeepers?

AspectEntry Level AccountantsBookkeepers
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in accounting or financeUsually no formal degree required, some certifications optional
Work EnvironmentAccounting firms, corporate finance departments, or small businessesSmall businesses, retail, or service industries
Job ResponsibilitiesPreparing financial statements, analyzing accounts, assisting with auditsRecording transactions, maintaining ledgers, reconciling accounts
Industry UsageCommonly employed in finance and accounting sectorsWidely used across various small business sectors

Entry Level Accountants and Bookkeepers both handle financial data, but Entry Level Accountants typically have a formal education and perform more analytical tasks, while Bookkeepers focus on recording and maintaining financial records. The roles often overlap in small businesses, but their responsibilities and qualifications differ.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Accountants job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 94% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 10% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution.

Staff Accountant

Cushman & Wakefield

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

$53K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago


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Job description

Job Title

Staff Accountant

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the entry level performance of cash and basic accrual accounting functions, including general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and technical/clerical support. Use established accounting principles to work under guided supervision and to consistently produce a high quality and accurate work product. The intent of this position is to gain the exposure and industry knowledge needed to move into a Client Accountant position.

Job Description

Job Description

• Perform Full Cycle Accounting to cash basis and/or basic accrual properties (generally classified as and including, but not limited to Industrial, Land, Association, or low tenant/light Office properties). This will include analysis of accounts or accounting transactions, preparation of bank reconciliation 

and cash management functions, AP and AR, Accruals and reconciliations. Prioritize and maintain organization of a medium volume workload for a single or multiple clients.

• Prepare comprehensive basic financial reporting packages timely and accurately in accordance with internal controls and client requirements; Includes prioritizing and maintaining a medium volume workload and productivity standards for a single or multiple clients.

• Assist, as requested, with the accounting support functions as directed by manager. This will increase exposure to various property accounting functions beyond assigned workload, including, but not limited to accounts receivable transactions, preparation of supporting or ad-hoc reconciliation analysis schedules, journal entries or other data entry assistance, and special projects requiring research.

• Apply the financial policies and procedures as found in the Client Accounting Policies & Procedures manual to all transactions. Gain a true understanding of the structure and impact on the policies and segregation of duties between Property Management and Client Accounting.

• Research, analyze and effectively communicate basic accounting issues and escalate appropriately by bringing any inconsistencies to attention of management. Effectively communicate and collaborate with clients and property management in a timely manner.

• Partial time should be dedicated to the completion & review of the Client Accounting month-end checklist to expose entry level accountant to various types of property accounting practices and to gain a comprehensive general understanding of the industry standard accounting. This could include properties not assigned to the junior accountant that have been completed by another accountant within the department and assigned at the discretion of the Accounting Manager, if needed.


Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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