Senior Accounting Clerk - Corporate

About Working at Commerce

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It's about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn't stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.

Here, you'll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You'll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let's talk.

Compensation Range

Hourly: $21.40 - $24.50 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)

About This Job

The main purpose of this job is to support GL and Operations Support group by reconciling various Balance Sheet accounts, reviewing expense reports within Workday, reviewing audit confirmations, and assisting in Escheatment review and filings while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Essential Functions

• Serve as subject matter expert on all general ledger related tasks

• Provide back up support for all positions on the team

• Balance general ledger accounts for all Commerce Bancshares and subsidiary companies

• Assist in final preparations for all escheatment filings for every state applicable

• Monitor and process all incoming audit confirmation requests via Confirmation.com

• Process monthly purchasing card transactions, including calculating and making appropriate sales use tax entries.

• Review, approve, and research expense reports

• Audit purchasing card activity

• Participate in small projects

• Administration duties of Company purchasing card system, including adding new users, adjusting limits and hierarchy changes and performing audits.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Intermediate knowledge of general ledger accounts

• Working knowledge of Workday

• Ability to ask questions, offer solutions, document information, and apply details to future situations

• Ability to exercise sound judgment when making decisions

• Excellent customer service skills and ability to research answers and provide solutions

• Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

• Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Education & Experience

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required

• 3+ years banking, or relevant experience required

• Hybrid Schedule: In office 2 days per week

• For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles. This compensation range is for the Senior Accounting Clerk - Corporate job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in determining most appropriate job level and making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $21.40 to $24.50 per hour.

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The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits. Click here to learn more.

Location: 1000 Walnut St, Kansas City, Missouri 64106

Time Type:

Full time