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Finance Assistant

Posted on May 18, 2026

Lenexa, United States of America
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Full Time

Job Title: Finance Assistant

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Challenger Teamwear is a leader in providing sporting apparel, gear, and equipment for teams, schools, and organizations. Our mission is to deliver high-quality products with exceptional customer service, ensuring every athlete feels part of something special. As a growing organization, we value internal development and offer opportunities for career growth.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable finance professional to support our day-to-day financial operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, improving processes, and collaborating across departments to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

JOB SUMMARY: The Finance Assistant plays a key supporting role within the finance team by ensuring financial data is accurate, organized, and flowing properly between departments. This position focuses on transactional processes, reconciliations, and issue resolution, while providing support to the Controller and broader finance function.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Daily responsibilities will vary but may include the following:

Transaction Processing & Account Support

Assist with accounts payable functions, including invoice entry, processing, and account monitoring
Ensure timely and accurate payment processing and proper documentation
Support account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies as they arise

Reconciliation & Issue Resolution

Review financial transactions for accuracy and completeness
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Process account adjustments (credits/debits) with proper approvals

Customer Account Maintenance

Review customer accounts to identify outstanding balances or inconsistencies
Assist in resolving billing issues, including invoice corrections and returns
Communicate with internal teams to ensure accurate account information

Cash Flow & Reporting Support

Assist in monitoring cash flow and identifying basic trends or irregularities
Support preparation of routine financial reports and reconciliations
Help maintain internal dashboards and ensure data accuracy

Compliance & Process Support

Assist with sales tax reporting, 1099 preparation, and other compliance tasks
Follow established procedures to ensure regulatory deadlines are met
Provide input on process improvements to enhance efficiency

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field preferred, but not required.
2–5 years of experience in accounting, financial operations, or similar role
Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; experience with accounting/ERP systems preferred
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
Clear communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Experience with reconciliations and financial reporting support
Familiarity with accounts receivable or collections processes
Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies efficiently
Comfortable working with large data sets
Ability to balance independent work with team collaboration

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, and Life Insurance options.
401(k) with company match.
Paid Holidays & Time Off.
A dynamic and growing company that promotes from within, offering long-term career growth.

WORK HOURS:

Monday through Friday
40 hours per week

COMPENSATION:

Competitive salary based on experience.

LOCATION:

Onsite, at our Corporate Headquarters in the Kansas City area.

It is the policy of Challenger Teamwear, to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons and to administer all aspects and conditions of employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The company takes allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation very seriously and will promptly conduct an investigation when warranted.

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