Staff Accountant
Company: Stonex Group
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Connecting clients to markets – and talent to opportunity With
4,300 employees and over 400,000 retail and institutional clients
from more than 80 offices spread across five continents, we’re a
Fortune-100, Nasdaq-listed provider, connecting clients to the
global markets – focusing on innovation, human connection, and
providing world-class products and services to all types of
investors. Whether you want to forge a career connecting our retail
clients to potential trading opportunities, or ingrain yourself in
the world of institutional investing, The StoneX Group is made up
of four segments that offer endless potential for progression and
growth. Business Segment Overview: Corporate: Engage in a deep
variety of business-critical activities that keep our company
running efficiently. From strategic marketing and financial
management to human resources and operational oversight, you’ll
have the opportunity to optimize processes and implement
game-changing policies. Position Purpose: Entry-level role
supporting the accounting team in maintaining accurate financial
records. Apply principles of accounting to compile and analyze
financial information and prepare financial reports.
Responsibilities Primary duties will include: Assists with monthly,
quarterly and annual close processes. Prepares and posts entries to
general ledger accounts with appropriate supporting documentation.
Prepares general ledger account reconciliations, including
documentation of reconciliation process. Ensure compliance with
internal controls and accounting policies. Investigates and
corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries,
documents, and reports. Communicates with both internal and
external auditors and satisfies their requests related to quarterly
reviews and annual audits, as well as for information to ensure
Sarbanes-Oxley compliance (“SOX”). Ensure that all deadlines are
met in accordance with the closing dates set by management.
Maintains prompt and regular attendance. This list of
responsibilities may not be all-inclusive and can be expanded to
include other duties or responsibilities as needed. Qualifications
Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or
related field. 0-3 years of experience in a financial environment,
or equivalent combination of education and experience. Fundamental
knowledge of U.S. GAAP. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including
Excel. Fundamental knowledge of accounting software systems.
Experience with Oracle or Oracle Cloud ERP system a plus
Familiarity with SOX controls is beneficial. Strong analytical and
problem-solving abilities. Effective communication and teamwork
skills. Strong work ethic and emphasis on attention to details.
Excellent verbal and written communication, organization, and
multitasking skills. Must be authorized to work in the US for any
employer. Physical requirements/Working conditions: 4 days per week
onsite, 1 day per week remote Climate controlled office environment
Minimal physical requirements other than occasional light lifting
of boxed materials. Dynamic, time-sensitive environment
Keywords: Stonex Group, Lawrence , Staff Accountant, Accounting, Auditing , Kansas City, Kansas
