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10 results for Controller in Des Moines, IA

Controller
  • Altoona, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>01500-0013296769</strong></p><p><strong>Controller Opportunity – A Chance to Make an Impact</strong></p><p>Are you a talented and driven accountant ready to take the next step in your career? This is your opportunity to join a thriving $20M (and growing) manufacturing business that puts employees first, fosters autonomy, and encourages you to build your role your way.</p><p>As the Controller in this dynamic company, you will play an integral part in driving financial success through:</p><ul><li><strong>Budgeting and forecasting</strong> to help leadership plan for the future.</li><li><strong>Tax compliance</strong> mastery, ensuring payroll, sales, and use taxes across IA, NE, and IL are filed properly and efficiently, eliminating unnecessary penalties.</li><li><strong>Big-picture thinking</strong>, stepping in where needed (AP/AR, process improvements, etc.) and finding solutions to challenges like overpayments, credit card management, and key software updates.</li></ul><p>This role goes far beyond numbers—you’ll have the chance to partner with leaders like the plant manager to better understand operations and drive improvements.</p><p>What sets this role apart is the culture: a close-knit team, a hands-on leader passionate about employee appreciation, from team BBQs to thoughtful gestures like gift cards. You’ll have two direct reports in AP and AR and collaborate closely with the employee relations lead who ensures the company’s “employee-first” mindset.</p><p>If you’re self-driven, organized, team-oriented, and ready to roll up your sleeves, this Controller position could be the perfect fit. You’ll thrive if you can handle a no-frills, manufacturing environment full of authenticity and energy—where ideas are welcome, humor is direct, and the opportunity to make a visible impact is endless.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love It Here:</strong></p><ul><li>Be part of a company projected to grow to $30M in the next three years.</li><li>Partner with a leadership team that listens, supports, and values their employees.</li><li>Join a happy team that loves what they do—and grow with a business that will challenge and reward you.</li></ul><p>Make this role your own while contributing to a company that takes pride in its hard work, people-first values, and exciting growth trajectory. Are you ready to step in and take the lead?</p>
  • 2025-09-11T15:24:04Z
Controller
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 125000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-known construction company in Des Moines to find a <strong>Controller</strong> with exceptional financial management, construction project accounting, and leadership expertise. If you thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven industry and are looking for your next career move, this opportunity is for you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Areas of Responsibility:</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Financial Management</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Oversee General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), payroll, and banking operations.</li><li>Manage annual financial audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Mentor and supervise accounting staff, fostering development and performance.</li><li>Partner with operations, estimating, and executive leadership</li><li>Drive process improvements to enhance workflows and efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>Project Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee job costing and Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.</li><li>Track and report on project profitability, budgets, variances, and billing.</li><li>Collaborate with project managers and estimators to ensure cost controls are maintained.</li><li>Handle billings, subcontractor payments, and lien waiver administration.</li></ul><p><strong>Cash Flow, Budget and Forecast</strong></p><ul><li>Lead annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and project-specific financial plans.</li><li>Monitor cash flow to maintain optimal operating capital.</li><li>Conduct financial analysis to identify risk, opportunity, and cost-saving measures.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance and Internal Controls</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with regulations, internal controls, and payroll standards.</li><li>Prepare required reports for bonding, insurance, and financing.</li><li>Ensure adherence to labor laws, union reporting, and wage regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-17T18:04:35Z
Controller
  • Clive, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a Des Moines client looking to hire a motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Controller</strong> to lead their financial operations and ensure organizational excellence. If you’re a proactive leader with a proven track record in accounting, process improvement, and team development, we want to hear from you! This is an opportunity to drive meaningful impact in a dynamic environment while collaborating with senior management and cross-functional teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Leadership & Team Development:</strong></li><li>Train and nurture the accounting team to foster individual and collective growth. Inspire team members to achieve their highest potential in alignment with company goals.</li><li><strong>Financial Compliance & Reporting:</strong></li><li>Monitor and ensure compliance with all financial reporting regulations and standards. Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, supported by thorough documentation, to facilitate internal and external audits.</li><li><strong>Treasury Operations:</strong></li><li>Oversee all treasury functions, including liquidity management, maintaining banking relationships, debt management, and mitigating financial risks.</li><li><strong>Planning, Forecasting, & Analytics:</strong></li><li>Build dynamic financial models, detailed budgets, and forecasts to provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.</li><li><strong>Internal Controls & Process Optimization:</strong></li><li>Partner with business leaders to implement robust internal controls, streamline accounting processes, and improve organizational performance.</li><li><strong>Policy Development:</strong></li><li>Develop, implement, and enforce financial policies and procedures to ensure consistency and alignment with organizational goals.</li><li><strong>Collaboration:</strong></li><li>Build strong, cross-functional relationships across departments to enhance teamwork and foster a proactive, customer-focused accounting function.</li><li><strong>Regulatory Updates:</strong></li><li>Stay current on new regulations, accounting standards, and industry trends, ensuring the company’s practices remain compliant with necessary adjustments.</li><li><strong>Operational Strategy & Special Projects:</strong></li><li>Lead or contribute to key process improvements and organization-wide projects to support strategic objectives.</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-05T21:24:10Z
Accounting Supervisor
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Robert Half </strong>is working with a Des Moines industrial company to hire an <strong>Accounting Supervisor. </strong>This Accounting Supervisor will play a pivotal role in overseeing daily accounting operations while mentoring other accounting professionals. Reporting to the Controller, this role focuses on ensuring compliance with financial policies, optimizing processes, and enhancing team operations — all within a dynamic and collaborative environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Supervisory Responsibility:</strong></p><ul><li>Guide and mentor Staff Accountants in utilizing accounting systems and understanding company policies.</li><li>Oversee the workflow of the accounting team, review completed tasks for accuracy, and ensure deadlines are met.</li><li>Serve as the primary escalation point for accounting queries and system issues.</li><li>Drive team performance by supporting professional development initiatives and assisting the Controller in team monitoring.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting Operations & Compliance (40% of Role):</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and ensure the timely, accurate processing of accounts payable and receivable.</li><li>Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial transactions for accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Oversee labor cost allocation and maintain the general ledger.</li><li>Administer accounting systems and actively participate in ERP system improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Reconciliations & Financial Reporting (30% of Role):</strong></p><ul><li>Lead account reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, and the month-end/year-end close processes.</li><li>Assist in compiling financial statements and conducting variance analyses, including budget-to-actual comparisons.</li><li>Ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies.</li></ul><p><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration (10% of Role):</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate with departments such as Operations, HR, and IT to address accounting-related needs and ensure smooth operational workflows.</li><li>Provide documentation and support during audits and compliance assessments.</li><li>Act as a backup for critical financial functions like payroll, tax compliance, and financial reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Core Competencies:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.</li><li>Advanced knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and reconciliation processes.</li><li>Proficiency with accounting and ERP systems, and an understanding of how to optimize their use.</li><li>Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.</li><li>A keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-19T16:28:42Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>Do you thrive on solving problems quickly and creating efficiencies that drive company-wide impact? Are you ready to bring your accounting expertise and analytical skills to a dynamic organization where innovation and collaboration are key values? If so, we’re looking for a Senior Accountant to step into a challenging yet rewarding role!</p><p><br></p><p>As a Senior Accountant, you’ll lead the charge in improving processes, streamlining workflows, and assisting in maintaining the company’s financial health while being a key team member for both short-term cleanup projects and long-term process improvements. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Controller while also collaborating cross-functionally to deliver results, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all accounting operations.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of impactful cleanup initiatives, such as reconciling multiple bank accounts and supporting a major payroll system transition.</p><p>Your role will evolve into a focus on monthly close processes and automation, allowing you to make a mark in optimizing the company’s financial operations.</p><p>Work alongside a supportive Controller and become an essential right-hand partner in driving change and ensuring accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Reach out today referencing JO# 01500-0013259857</p>
  • 2025-09-19T16:34:42Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Johnston, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
  • Tremendous opportunity to join this organization that is truly making a difference in the lives of many! In this hands on Accounting Manager role you will:<br>• Lead the monthly closings of financial records, preparation of related journal entries and supervises timely and efficient performance of cash and electronic disbursements and corresponding payroll and tax withholding liabilities. <br>• Assist the Finance Manager in the budgeting and forecasting process.<br>• Monitor, managers and reports cash flows to senior leadership for coverage of payroll, accounts payable and other paid items.<br>• Oversee banking relationships including Administration or electronic user rights.<br>• Provide information gathering/reporting for 990 tax returns as well as annual property and liability insurance renewals.<br>• Help develop methodology and processes for accounting for costs and revenues on a service basis.<br>• Suggest modifications or recommend new efficient and effective accounting policies and procedures.<br>• Assist the Controller in organizing and coordinating work with external auditors and state auditors.<br>• Responsible for Corporate credit card site. Assigning approvers, maintaining GL structure and assuring cardholders review and code charges on a monthly basis.<br>• Assist in monthly Finance meeting to review financial reporting at multiple locations<br>• Monitor timely approval of AP related transaction.<br>• Oversee staff accountants in daily work activities or projects.<br><br>In order to be considered for this role you must have a BA in Accounting, 7+ years related experience (some of which must be in healthcare or non-profit) as well as some supervisory experience.
  • 2025-09-05T19:28:55Z
CFO
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 125000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial strategy and operations of our non-profit organization in West Des Moines, Iowa. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of non-profit financial management, strategic planning, and leadership to drive long-term success. This is a key executive role requiring a proven track record in fostering growth and delivering financial excellence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement strategic financial plans that align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements to ensure compliance and transparency.</p><p>• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes to guide decision-making and resource allocation.</p><p>• Lead financial reporting efforts, including audits and board presentations.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Provide insights and recommendations to support business strategy and growth.</p><p>• Monitor financial performance and identify areas for improvement.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with other executives to drive organizational success.</p>
  • 2025-09-19T16:28:42Z
Sr. Tax Manager- Corporate
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Tax Manager to oversee corporate tax strategy and compliance in Des Moines, Iowa. This role involves managing tax provisions, ensuring accurate compliance with regulations, and optimizing tax processes for corporate and partnership entities. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in corporate and partnership tax matters, along with strong leadership skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the preparation and review of partnership and corporate tax filings, ensuring accuracy of supporting schedules and fixed asset records (including depreciation methods and useful lives).</li><li>Guide the development of tax calculations and related schedules to support compliance and reporting needs.</li><li>Manage quarterly estimated tax payments and ensure deadlines are met.</li><li>Serve as the primary contact for Federal and State tax notices, preparing timely and thorough responses.</li><li>Drive the tax planning process, including research and recommendations on complex tax matters.</li><li>Oversee sales, use, and excise tax compliance while providing ongoing education to internal teams.</li><li>Evaluate and advise on tax impacts of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-24T19:49:43Z
Audit Director
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 85.50 - 99.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an accomplished Audit Director to lead the Internal Audit function for a prominent insurance and annuities organization. This long-term contract position requires strategic vision, exceptional leadership, and deep expertise in risk management, governance, and regulatory practices. The role involves working closely with executive leadership, regulators, and the Board of Directors to ensure robust internal controls and compliance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive risk-based internal audit plan that aligns with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.<br>• Oversee audits across financial, operational, compliance, and IT domains to ensure thorough evaluation of internal controls.<br>• Provide independent assurance to the Audit Committee and senior leaders regarding the effectiveness of governance and risk management frameworks.<br>• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including the Board of Directors, regulators, and external auditors, to strengthen audit processes and relationships.<br>• Conduct audits specific to insurance and annuity products, investment operations, actuarial processes, and policyholder services.<br>• Partner with the Chief Risk Officer and Chief Compliance Officer to proactively identify and address emerging risks.<br>• Ensure audit practices adhere to industry standards, including those established by the Institute of Internal Auditors.<br>• Lead and mentor a team of audit professionals, fostering expertise in insurance, annuities, and financial services.<br>• Communicate audit findings and actionable recommendations to relevant stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.<br>• Champion process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
  • 2025-09-19T13:39:03Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Pella, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>&#128640; Job Posting: Accounting Manager – Hybrid Opportunity</strong></p><p>✨ <strong>Ready to make an impact and build something new?</strong> If you have <strong>3+ years of public accounting or corporate accounting experience</strong>, along with your <strong>CPA</strong>, this could be your next big career move!</p><p>&#128188; <strong>As an Accounting Manager</strong>, you’ll take the lead on:</p><p>&#128273; Overseeing the <strong>financial close process</strong> and guiding a team</p><p>&#128295; Creating and improving <strong>workflows, processes, and procedures</strong></p><p>&#127775; Tackling <strong>technical accounting challenges</strong> and providing innovative solutions</p><p>&#129309; Collaborating directly with the <strong>VP of Finance</strong> to refine strategy and drive success</p><p>&#128205; <strong>Perks of the role:</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>Hybrid schedule</strong> for balance & flexibility</p><p>&#128200; <strong>Growth opportunities</strong> to elevate your career</p><p>&#127942; A positive culture that values <strong>impactful contributions</strong></p><p>&#128176; <strong>Compensation:</strong> DOE</p><p>If you're ready to leverage your expertise, solve meaningful challenges, and lead with purpose, this could be the dynamic role you’ve been waiting for! &#128161;</p>
  • 2025-09-19T16:34:42Z