Kansas accountant employment contract template

Kansas Accountant Employment Contract

This Kansas Full-Time Accountant Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Legal Name], a [State] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Accountant Legal Name], residing at [Accountant Address] (“Accountant”).

1. Employment

Option A: The Employer hereby employs the Accountant, and the Accountant hereby accepts employment with the Employer, as a Full-Time Accountant.

Option B: The Employer is hiring the Accountant as a Full-Time Accountant, subject to a probationary period of [Number] months.

2. Position and Duties

Option A: The Accountant's primary office location will be at [Office Address] in Kansas.

Option B: The Accountant’s primary office location will be at [Office Address] in Kansas. The Accountant may be eligible for hybrid/remote work as per the Employer’s telework policy, available upon request. Remote work is subject to performance and business needs.

The Accountant's duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Maintaining general ledger accounts.
• Preparing and analyzing financial statements.
• Managing accounts payable and receivable.
• Payroll processing.
• Budget preparation.
• Tax return preparation (including Kansas state and local taxes).
• Quarterly and year-end reporting.
• Internal and external audit support.
• Financial compliance (including GAAP and industry-specific standards).
• Reconciliation of bank accounts.
• Monitoring internal controls.
• Stewardship of company financial records in compliance with Kansas record retention statutes and professional standards.

The Accountant is expected to actively participate in ongoing accounting professional education to meet Kansas continuing education requirements (if applicable).

The Accountant will primarily use [Software/ERP system name].

The Accountant will report to [Job Title, e.g., CFO, Controller].

The Accountant is required to attend internal audits and assist in external audit preparation.

The Accountant is responsible for ensuring compliance with corporate financial policies and Kansas/federal regulations.

3. Full-Time Employment and Work Schedule

Option A: This is a full-time employment position. The Accountant's work schedule will be 40 hours per week, with core office hours from [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.

Option B: This is a full-time employment position. The Accountant's work schedule will average 40 hours per week. Overtime may be required, subject to Employer's approval. The Accountant will adhere to Kansas wage and hour laws, including break requirements and mandatory time reporting standards.

4. Overtime

Option A: If the Accountant is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Kansas Wage Payment Act, they will be eligible for overtime pay at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times their regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Overtime must be pre-approved by [Job Title, e.g., Supervisor].

Option B: As an exempt employee, the Accountant is not eligible for overtime pay.

5. Compensation

Option A: The Employer will pay the Accountant a base annual salary of [Dollar Amount], payable [Pay Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly, semi-monthly].

Option B: The Employer will pay the Accountant an hourly rate of [Dollar Amount], payable [Pay Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly, semi-monthly].

The Accountant is eligible for a bonus based on performance, as determined by the Employer's bonus structure, detailed in [Document Name/Location].

Performance will be evaluated [Frequency, e.g., annually] against the following metrics: [List Metrics].

The Accountant may be eligible for merit increases based on performance evaluations.

The Accountant will receive a bonus of [Dollar Amount] upon obtaining [Accounting Certification].

6. Benefits

The Accountant is eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the Employer's benefit plans:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance, with Employer contributions of [Percentage or Dollar Amount] and Employee cost shares as outlined in the benefits summary.
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan (401(k) or Kansas Public Employees Retirement System if applicable), with Employer matching contributions as detailed in the plan documents.
• [Number] paid vacation days per year.
• [Number] paid sick days per year.
• Paid Kansas state holidays.
• Bereavement leave as per company policy.
• Parental leave as per company and Kansas law.
• Reimbursement of professional license fees for [License Type, e.g., CPA].
• Reimbursement for CPE/course expenses up to [Dollar Amount] per year, subject to pre-approval.
• Allowance for professional organization membership, up to [Dollar Amount] per year for [Organization Names].

The Accountant may be eligible for leave under the Kansas Amended Family and Medical Leave Act (where applicable).

7. Confidentiality

The Accountant shall maintain the confidentiality of all financial data, client information, sensitive business information, payroll records, vendor and banking details, and any other confidential information obtained during their employment.

The Accountant acknowledges their obligations under the Kansas Uniform Trade Secrets Act.

The Accountant agrees to sign a separate confidentiality agreement if required by the employer.

8. Intellectual Property and Work Product

All documents, analyses, financial records, and accounting systems/processes developed during the Accountant's employment shall be the sole and exclusive property of the Employer, including electronic records and spreadsheets.

9. Regulatory Compliance

The Accountant shall comply with all applicable Kansas Board of Accountancy rules, relevant state tax and reporting regulations, federal Sarbanes-Oxley and other applicable financial integrity rules, and the Employer's internal control policies consistent with GAAP and Kansas business practice.

The Accountant shall report any suspected fraud or financial misconduct in accordance with Kansas law and the Employer's policies.

10. Outside Employment

Option A: The Accountant shall not engage in any outside employment or provide accounting services to other businesses without the Employer's prior written consent. This is subject to Kansas Board of Accountancy rules.

Option B: The Accountant must disclose any existing or potential conflicts of interest related to outside employment.

11. Non-Solicitation and Non-Compete

Non-Solicitation: During employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination, the Accountant shall not solicit employees or clients of the Employer.

Non-Compete: For a period of [Number] months following termination of employment, within [Radius in Miles] miles of [Business Location], the Accountant shall not engage in accounting services for businesses which compete with the Employer. This provision is intended to be reasonable and enforceable under Kansas law.

12. Termination

The Accountant's employment may be terminated by either party, with or without cause, subject to Kansas-specific notice requirements.

The Accountant may resign by providing [Number] weeks written notice to the Employer.

The Employer may terminate the Accountant's employment for cause, including but not limited to: [List Causes, e.g., Misconduct, Negligence].

Severance pay will be determined according to Company policy.

Upon termination, the Accountant's final paycheck will be issued according to the Kansas Wage Payment Act, including payout of unused vacation time if required by company policy or this contract. The Accountant shall return all company property, accounting records, and confidential materials.

13. Anti-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable Kansas and federal anti-discrimination laws, including the Kansas Act Against Discrimination. The Employer prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, disability, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

14. Behavioral Standards

The Accountant is expected to maintain accuracy and integrity in financial reporting, refrain from fraudulent financial activity, complete tasks in a timely manner, comply with internal deadlines, adhere to ethical standards, and cooperate with external audits.

15. Authority and Access

The Accountant is not authorized to bind the Employer contractually or access certain sensitive company accounts without written authorization.

16. Whistleblower Protection

The Employer provides protected channels for reporting accounting or compliance violations, pursuant to applicable Kansas statutes and the federal Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

17. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through negotiation and mediation in Kansas. If mediation fails, legal proceedings shall be conducted in [County Name] County, Kansas, and governed by Kansas law. Arbitration may be an option, if mutually agreed upon.

18. At-Will Employment

The Accountant's employment is at-will, meaning that either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, except as otherwise provided in this Agreement or required by law. This Agreement does not guarantee employment for any specific period.

19. Workers' Compensation and Safety

The Accountant is covered by the Employer's workers' compensation insurance as required under Kansas law. The Accountant shall comply with all applicable occupational health and safety standards and the Employer's workplace safety policies.

20. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

[Employer Legal Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

[Accountant Legal Name]

Signature:

Date: