<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Accounting Assistant</strong> to support both the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions for our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to the day-to-day success of the accounting department.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><p><strong>Accounts Payable</strong></p><ul><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents</li><li>Enter and process vendor invoices accurately and timely</li><li>Assist with vendor payment processing</li><li>Research and resolve invoice discrepancies</li><li>Maintain organized AP records and documentation</li></ul><p><strong>Accounts Receivable</strong></p><ul><li>Generate and distribute customer invoices</li><li>Apply customer payments and reconcile accounts</li><li>Monitor outstanding balances and assist with collections activities</li><li>Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accurate customer account records</li></ul><p><strong><u>Additional Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Assist with account reconciliations</li><li>Enter and maintain financial data within the accounting system</li><li>Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding invoices and payments</li><li>Perform general administrative and accounting support duties as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who enjoys keeping financial operations accurate, organized, and running smoothly? We’re looking for a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join our team and play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting functions.</p><p>In this position, you’ll be involved in a wide range of responsibilities, from processing transactions and reconciling accounts to working directly with customers and vendors to resolve discrepancies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in producing accurate financial work.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and distribute invoices, credit memos, and purchase orders</li><li>Process receipts, sales invoices, and payments from customers and suppliers</li><li>Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable activity</li><li>Follow up on outstanding balances as needed</li><li>Partner with customers and vendors to resolve invoice issues and pricing discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing financial activity</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and help ensure account accuracy</li><li>Code financial data and other accounting information</li><li>Calculate costs of goods and services</li><li>Prepare cash deposits and disbursements</li><li>Provide general administrative support, including filing, correspondence, photocopying, and meeting minutes</li><li>Answer and direct incoming phone calls</li><li>Operate accounting and office equipment, including 10-key calculators and computer systems</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>High school diploma required</li><li>College coursework or accounting certificate preferred</li><li>4–6 years of related accounting experience</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is working with an established public accounting firm serving clients throughout Eastern Iowa in their search to hire a <strong>Tax Professional. </strong>This role is ideal for someone who wants to build strong client relationships, take on increasing responsibility and contribute to the long-term growth of a respected local firm.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm provides a wide range of services to individuals and businesses, including tax preparation and planning, accounting, bookkeeping, financial statement preparation and business advisory services.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities or <strong>Tax Accountant</strong>:</p><ul><li>Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, S corporations, partnerships, trusts, and other entities.</li><li>Provide tax planning and advisory services to both individual and business clients.</li><li>Conduct tax research, analyze findings, and communicate recommendations clearly to clients.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong long-term client relationships.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and other financial information for business clients.</li><li>Assist with financial projections and business planning support.</li><li>Provide guidance to clients on accounting and QuickBooks-related matters.</li><li>Represent clients before federal and state taxing authorities as needed.</li><li>Review work prepared by junior staff and provide constructive feedback.</li><li>Mentor and support the development of less-experienced team members.</li><li>Manage multiple client engagements and deadlines, especially during tax season.</li><li>Identify opportunities to expand services and add value to client relationships.</li><li>Contribute to the continued growth and development of the firm.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable <strong>Bookkeeper</strong> for an opportunity with a growing organization in the Iowa City area. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. The Bookkeeper will play a key role in ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and general ledger accounts</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities and account reconciliations</li><li>Prepare and enter journal entries as needed</li><li>Monitor cash flow and track outstanding invoices</li><li>Generate financial reports for management review</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures</li><li>Support special projects and other accounting-related duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Bookkeeper | Contract Opportunity</p><p>📍 <strong>Cedar Rapids, IA</strong></p><p>⏳ <strong>Contract Assignment</strong></p><p>💼 <strong>Accounting & Finance</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p>Robert Half is currently seeking a dependable and detail-oriented <strong>Bookkeeper</strong> for a contract opportunity with a Cedar Rapids-area employer. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations and is well-suited for someone who enjoys working with financial data, maintaining accurate records, and keeping processes running smoothly.</p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Maintaining and updating financial records</li><li>Performing bank and account reconciliations</li><li>Preparing and posting journal entries</li><li>Assisting with invoicing, billing, and collections activities</li><li>Supporting month-end close processes</li><li>Researching and resolving account discrepancies</li><li>Generating financial reports and spreadsheets as requested</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract)</strong></p><p>Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in catching the details others miss? We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a collaborative AP team and support high-volume invoice processing across multiple entities.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Review and validate a high volume of invoices in a shared workflow environment.</li><li>Audit invoice data for accuracy, including vendor names, account numbers, dates, quantities, totals, and other key details.</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation to ensure proper payment processing.</li><li>Verify invoices are coded to the correct chart of accounts and routed to appropriate approvers.</li><li>Support invoice processing across multiple business entities, including international transactions and foreign currency invoices.</li><li>Investigate payment delays, resolve discrepancies, and follow up with internal teams to ensure timely payment.</li><li>Escalate issues when necessary and help drive invoice resolution.</li><li>Maintain accuracy while managing competing priorities and tight deadlines.</li></ul><p><br></p>