Our client, a growing manufacturing company in West Des Moines, is looking to add a Senior Accountant to their team. This is a great opportunity for someone with 3–4 years of experience who wants to build on a strong accounting foundation while gaining exposure to reporting, analysis, and process improvement in a collaborative environment. In this role, you’ll be involved in core accounting functions like general ledger work, reconciliations, month-end close, and journal entries, while also partnering with the team on financial reporting and ad hoc analysis. It’s a strong fit for someone coming from manufacturing, construction, or public accounting who enjoys digging into the details, working in Excel, and finding ways to improve processes. Key responsibilities include: • Supporting month-end and year-end close, including reconciliations and variance analysis• Preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate supporting documentation• Assisting with financial reporting, data analysis, and ad hoc requests from leadership• Entering and maintaining financial and operational data within accounting and ERP systems• Helping support AP and AR processes as needed• Building and maintaining Excel files used for reporting, tracking, and reconciliations (including pivot tables)• Following internal controls and accounting procedures while helping identify efficiencies and process improvements This role offers the chance to join a growing company where you can contribute right away, continue developing your technical skills, and gain broader exposure within a dynamic accounting team.

• 3-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing, construction, or public accounting environments. • Hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger accounting, and journal entry preparation. • Strong background in account, balance sheet, and bank reconciliations. • Familiarity with financial reporting, variance analysis, and supporting work papers. • Proficiency in Excel, including building spreadsheets and using pivot tables for analysis. • Ability to work accurately with detailed financial data and maintain organized documentation. • Understanding of internal controls and standard accounting procedures. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

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West Des Moines, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
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Our client, a growing manufacturing company in West Des Moines, is looking to add a Senior Accountant to their team. This is a great opportunity for someone with 3–4 years of experience who wants to build on a strong accounting foundation while gaining exposure to reporting, analysis, and process improvement in a collaborative environment. In this role, you’ll be involved in core accounting functions like general ledger work, reconciliations, month-end close, and journal entries, while also partnering with the team on financial reporting and ad hoc analysis. It’s a strong fit for someone coming from manufacturing, construction, or public accounting who enjoys digging into the details, working in Excel, and finding ways to improve processes. Key responsibilities include: • Supporting month-end and year-end close, including reconciliations and variance analysis• Preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate supporting documentation• Assisting with financial reporting, data analysis, and ad hoc requests from leadership• Entering and maintaining financial and operational data within accounting and ERP systems• Helping support AP and AR processes as needed• Building and maintaining Excel files used for reporting, tracking, and reconciliations (including pivot tables)• Following internal controls and accounting procedures while helping identify efficiencies and process improvements This role offers the chance to join a growing company where you can contribute right away, continue developing your technical skills, and gain broader exposure within a dynamic accounting team.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z