Junior Accountant
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on618, Southwest Oakley Avenue, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, 66606, United States
About Kansas Children's Service League
Founded in 1893, Kansas Children's Service League (KCSL) is a statewide nonprofit agency dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children. We serve thousands of Kansas children and families annually, working in the areas of health, safety, and education to help them succeed and break cycles of neglect, abuse, and trauma. As the Kansas chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America and Circle of Parents, we empower both children and parents to develop skills for success in their families, schools, and workplaces.
About the Role
As a Junior Accountant, you will be a vital part of our Topeka-based business office, supporting the financial operations that allow our mission to thrive. This role bridges the gap between program staff and finance, ensuring that our funding sources are managed with precision and transparency. You will handle day-to-day accounting operations, from preparing journal entries and vouchers to performing complex financial analyses and reconciliations. Your work directly supports our ability to report accurately to grantors and maintain the fiscal health necessary to serve our community.
Our Culture and Expectations
At KCSL, every employee is a guardian of our mission. We expect all team members to demonstrate high-quality customer service, accountability, and respect for the diverse communities we serve. We value professionalism, active collaboration, and innovation. Whether you are analyzing budget variances or assisting a program manager, you are expected to embody our core values and help customers navigate our organization effectively.
Hiring Process
Interested candidates should apply through the KCSL Career site. The process typically involves a review of qualifications followed by an interview to assess both technical fit and alignment with our organizational culture.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Kansas Children's Service League is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
618, Southwest Oakley Avenue, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, 66606, United States
Topeka, Kansas
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: MS Excel, Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, Teams, Nonprofit Accounting, Grant Management.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field required.
Frequently asked questions about Junior Accountant at Kansas Children's Service League
What does a Junior Accountant at Kansas Children's Service League do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Junior Accountant at Kansas Children's Service League will perform financial analysis on general ledger accounts; track expenses related to funding sources and prepare monthly or quarterly reports; provide reporting for grant or funding sources with analysis of actual to budget variances; and act as liaison between program staff and finance for financial questions.
What are the requirements for this Junior Accountant role?expand_more
Kansas Children's Service League is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field; 2 years of finance or accounting experience; and Proficient in MS Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
Where is the Junior Accountant role at Kansas Children's Service League located?expand_more
Junior Accountant at Kansas Children's Service League is based in 618, Southwest Oakley Avenue, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, 66606, United States. This is a on-site role.