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Accountant

Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
Are you passionate about finance and eager to grow your expertise? Join our team as an Accountant and play a vital role in managing our financial health. We're looking for a detail-oriented, adaptable individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to make an impact.About Us:We’re committed to excellence and innovation in everything we do. As a key member of our accounting team, you’ll enjoy opportunities to elevate your skills, work with talented professionals, and contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.What You’ll Do:In this essential role, you’ll take ownership of accounting processes and help ensure seamless financial operations. Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Accurately processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.</li><li>Performing regular bank reconciliations to maintain financial records.</li><li>Preparing and maintaining account reconciliations for monthly and quarterly reporting cycles.</li><li>Assisting with month-end close procedures, including journal entries and general ledger updates.</li><li>Managing compliance for Form 1099 reporting requirements.</li><li>Recording and verifying accounting entries against supporting documentation.</li><li>Supporting the development and preparation of financial statements and reports.</li><li>Working collaboratively with team members to optimize workflows and resolve discrepancies.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Growth Opportunities: Expand your capabilities with hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development.</li><li>Supportive Team Culture: Collaborate with motivated professionals in an environment that values innovation and teamwork.</li><li>Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly support our organization’s financial success.</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Office Manager

Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Are you a hands-on leader who enjoys wearing multiple hats and keeping an organization running smoothly? Our client, a well-established and growing professional services organization, is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee daily operations, people management, accounting administration, and human resources functions.This is a highly visible leadership role where you will serve as a trusted partner to ownership, helping drive efficiency, support employees, and ensure the organization continues to deliver an exceptional experience for both its team and customers.The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who enjoys solving problems, balancing competing priorities, and building positive relationships across all levels of an organization.What You'll Do<ul><li>Lead day-to-day office operations and ensure the business runs efficiently</li><li>Supervise and support a diverse team across multiple departments</li><li>Manage recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance reviews, and other HR activities</li><li>Process bi-weekly payroll and oversee PTO tracking and workforce scheduling</li><li>Handle accounts payable functions, vendor management, deposits, and account reconciliations</li><li>Partner with external accounting resources to support monthly financial reporting</li><li>Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, track action items, and follow through on key initiatives</li><li>Maintain policies, procedures, and compliance-related documentation</li><li>Assist with facilities, purchasing, technology coordination, and other operational needs</li><li>Serve as a resource for employee and customer concerns, helping resolve issues professionally and effectively</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies</li></ul>Success in This Role? The person who thrives here will be:<ul><li>A positive and approachable leader</li><li>Comfortable making decisions and taking initiative</li><li>Highly organized with strong attention to detail</li><li>Flexible and willing to jump in wherever needed</li><li>Able to balance people leadership with operational and financial responsibilities</li><li>Focused on continuous improvement and finding better ways to support the business</li></ul>
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

West Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We’re partnering with a growing, stable organization to add an Accounting Specialist to their team. This is a well-rounded role where you’ll get exposure to both Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general accounting operations.If you enjoy being hands-on, working cross-functionally, and contributing to process improvement, this is a great fit! What You’ll Be Doing<ul><li>Process high-volume vendor invoices, including coding, approvals, and payment processing (check/ACH)</li><li>Manage accounts receivable, including invoicing, cash application, and collections follow-up</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts to ensure accuracy</li><li>Maintain and update customer and vendor records</li><li>Assist with account reconciliations and support month-end close</li><li>Help manage billing cycles and customer accounts, including recurring or contract billing</li><li>Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies or payment issues</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams (operations, sales, leadership) to improve processes and communication</li><li>Support additional administrative or accounting projects as needed</li></ul>Why Consider This Role<ul><li>Stable, team-oriented environments with strong employee tenure</li><li>Opportunity to work across multiple areas of accounting, not just one function</li><li>Flexible leadership styles that value autonomy and collaboration</li><li>Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency</li><li>Competitive compensation + potential for bonus</li></ul>
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Treasury Accountant

Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
📢 Des Moines Finance & Insurance Talent I’m partnering with a growing insurance organization in Des Moines that’s building out a Finance Center of Excellence and adding a Treasury / Middle Office Accounting professional to the team. This is a hands‑on role focused on cash management, wire activity, reconciliations, and treasury operations, with the opportunity to help build processes, controls, and best practices from the ground up. The environment is entrepreneurial, lean, and ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy and impact. ✔ Insurance industry experience required✔ Hybrid flexibility (not fully remote)✔ Competitive compensation + bonus potential If you’re curious or know someone who might be a fit, feel free to message me directly. 👋
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

Ankeny, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 67000 USD / Yearly
Ready to bring your accounting skills to a growing company with an incredible culture? We’re looking for a Project Accountant to join a team that truly puts employees first, lives its core values, and believes great work happens in a collaborative, supportive, and fun environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced setting, and wants to be part of a company where their work makes a real impact. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Process progress and final billings for construction jobs. </li><li>Set up new jobs, budgets, labor rates, and related data in Spectrum. </li><li>Review and update project reports, including CSRs and Overview Reports. </li><li>Partner closely with Project Managers, accounting, and leadership. </li><li>Assist with contractor tax statements and audit support as needed. </li></ul>Why You’ll Love It Here<ul><li>Amazing culture</li><li>Employee-first environment</li><li>Strong values-led leadership</li><li>Collaborative team atmosphere</li><li>Fun activities and positive energy</li><li>Growing company with long-term opportunity</li></ul>If you’re looking for a role where you can contribute, grow, and enjoy the team around you, I'd love to connect!
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Director of Accounting

West Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is working with a Des Moines organization seeking to hire a strategic and hands-on Director of Accounting to lead financial operations and strengthen the overall accounting function. This role will be responsible for financial reporting, compliance, process optimization, and team leadership, while partnering with executive management to support sound business decisions and long-term growth. What You’ll Do:Lead the Accounting Function<ul><li>Direct core accounting activities across the organization, including ledger management, payables, receivables, payroll, fixed assets, and cash activity</li><li>Oversee the full financial close cycle and ensure reporting deadlines are met with a high degree of accuracy</li><li>Review accounting activity and maintain reliable financial records that support informed decision-making</li><li>Ensure financial data is properly reconciled and issues are investigated and resolved in a timely manner</li></ul>Deliver Financial Visibility<ul><li>Produce accurate financial statements and management reporting</li><li>Support leadership with financial analysis, reporting tools, and business insights</li><li>Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities and help monitor performance against plan</li><li>Analyze results, spending patterns, and trends to identify risks and opportunities</li></ul>Strengthen Controls and Compliance<ul><li>Oversee accounting policies and internal control practices to promote accuracy and accountability</li><li>Ensure adherence to GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements</li><li>Manage the audit process and act as the main point of contact for external auditors</li><li>Assist with tax-related reporting and support adoption of updated accounting guidance when needed</li></ul>Drive Improvement and Scale<ul><li>Assess current accounting workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and consistency</li><li>Implement stronger procedures around close, reporting, and transaction processing</li><li>Help modernize the finance function through system upgrades, ERP enhancements, and automation initiatives</li><li>Build scalable processes that can support organizational change and future expansion</li></ul>Support Leadership and Team Development<ul><li>Partner with senior leaders to share financial updates and operational insights</li><li>Participate in cross-functional leadership discussions and present key accounting metrics</li><li>Provide mentorship, direction, and development support to accounting staff</li><li>Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and best practices</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Johnston, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a multi-entity environment in Johnston, Iowa. This role is ideal for someone in finance who can manage monthly close activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and contribute to budgeting and financial analysis. The position also partners closely with internal stakeholders to improve processes, maintain strong controls, and support key compliance and audit-related activities. Responsibilities: • Direct the month-end close process across four entities, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring financial records are completed accurately and on schedule. • Oversee cash activity by monitoring daily balances, supporting payroll and accounts payable funding needs, and helping manage disbursement-related tax obligations. • Produce internal financial reports for leadership that highlight operating results, trends, and other key performance insights. • Analyze margin performance and research meaningful variances between budgeted and actual results to support informed decision-making. • Partner with department leadership on the annual budgeting process and contribute to broader forecasting efforts within the finance team. • Gather and organize financial information needed for annual tax filings, insurance renewals, and other recurring compliance requirements. • Maintain fixed asset, construction in progress, depreciation, prepaid, and amortization schedules while ensuring related records remain current and accurate. • Evaluate internal controls, recommend process improvements, and support the implementation of more effective accounting policies and procedures. • Coordinate with accounts payable on invoice review and approval workflows and assist with preparation for external and state audit activities when needed. • Serve as a knowledgeable resource on the financial reporting system by supporting current staff and helping train new team members.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

West Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support external reporting and complex financial accounting activities in Iowa. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist with a strong background in public accounting and public company reporting who can manage technical accounting matters while meeting strict filing deadlines. The role will work closely with internal teams and corporate stakeholders to deliver accurate financial statements, regulatory filings, and audit support. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review quarterly and annual external reporting filings, including Form 10-Q and Form 10-K, to ensure timely and accurate submission • Execute technical accounting evaluations and translate accounting conclusions into clear, compliant financial statement reporting • Oversee consolidated financial reporting activities, including intercompany eliminations, variable interest entity considerations, and cash flow statement preparation • Interpret and apply U.S. GAAP and external reporting disclosure requirements, including the adoption of newly issued accounting standards • Investigate reporting fluctuations and account variances by performing detailed financial analysis and documenting key conclusions • Collaborate with cross-functional business partners and parent company contacts to gather information and meet reporting timelines • Develop financial statement analytics and maintain compliance with disclosure checklists and supporting documentation requirements • Support external audit and regulatory review processes by preparing workpapers, responding to inquiries, and providing analysis as needed
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

West Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
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

AP Clerk

Ames, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Accounts Payable SpecialistJoin a collaborative accounting team where attention to detail, accuracy, and teamwork are highly valued. This role is responsible for supporting the full accounts payable process while ensuring vendors are paid accurately and on time. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a detailed, process-driven environment and takes pride in maintaining accuracy and strong vendor relationships.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review and process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and completeness of supporting documentation.</li><li>Match invoices to delivery tickets, purchase orders, contracts, and other supporting records.</li><li>Verify pricing and sales tax calculations.</li><li>Assign appropriate cost codes and route invoices for approval.</li><li>Set up and maintain subcontract and purchase order commitments.</li><li>Prepare weekly vendor payment runs, including checks, lien waivers, and remittance documentation.</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities and account reconciliations.</li><li>Review vendor statements and communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies and reconcile accounts.</li><li>Track, reconcile, and process company credit card transactions.</li><li>Provide accurate and timely financial information to project and operational teams.</li><li>Collaborate with team members to improve processes and increase efficiency.</li><li>Participate in regular team meetings and planning sessions.</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z