Kforce has a client that is seeking an Accountant III in Saint Louis, MO. Summary: The Accountant III is a senior-level accounting professional responsible for performing advanced and complex financial analysis, reporting, and accounting functions with minimal oversight. This role requires deep expertise in accounting principles, the ability to managing multiples priorities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The Accountant III plays a key role in mentoring junior staff, improving processes, and providing strategic financial insights to support organizational goals. Responsibilities * Maintains and oversees the accuracy of the general ledger and financial records; Develops customized schedules to facilitate the monitoring of specific general ledger accounts for financial managers * Prepares and reviews complex journal entries, including those related to accruals, allocations, and intercompany transactions * Prepares, analyzes, and interprets financial statements, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other regulatory standards * Performs advanced variance analysis, identifying trends, risks and opportunities * Generates and presents detailed financial reports to leadership; Assists in the preparation of the quarterly financial package for the Board and third parties, including financial information, performance indicators, narratives of business events and variances, etc. * Assists in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts