We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst III to join our team on a long-term contract basis in West Des Moines, Iowa. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to analyze business processes, define requirements, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring operational efficiency and driving successful outcomes across projects.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Investigate, analyze, and resolve production processing issues to improve departmental efficiency.<br>• Serve as a liaison between business units and IT teams to coordinate system changes and enhancements.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and scope project and system requirements.<br>• Analyze business processes and system challenges, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.<br>• Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans, ensuring solutions meet business needs.<br>• Train new employees and end-users on system operations and procedures.<br>• Prepare and distribute documentation detailing system changes and enhancements.<br>• Provide mentorship and guidance to entry-level Business Analysts to foster growth.<br>• Support cross-functional teams, including IT and Quality Assurance, to achieve project objectives.<br>• Take on additional responsibilities to support departmental and organizational goals as needed.
We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa, within the life insurance industry. This Contract-to-long-term position offers an excellent opportunity to work on the Imaging team within IT Enterprise Applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in business analysis, process modeling, and agile methodologies to drive meaningful outcomes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead discovery and delivery phases by collaborating with Product, Architecture, Engineering, QA, and InfoSec teams to establish high standards for business analysis.<br>• Conduct detailed requirement elicitation and translate business objectives into actionable epics and user stories, including defining clear acceptance criteria.<br>• Analyze and document current and future-state processes, map data flows, and support integration specifications.<br>• Manage project scope, traceability, dependencies, and impact assessments to ensure successful value realization.<br>• Provide support for change control processes, defect triage, and release readiness activities.<br>• Develop audit-ready documentation aligned with security, privacy, and vendor compliance standards.<br>• Utilize tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, Confluence, Visio, and Swagger/Postman to ensure efficient project delivery.<br>• Assist in improving legacy systems and contribute to modernization initiatives.<br>• Collaborate on imaging and document management platform projects, leveraging experience with tools such as OnBase, Kofax, or FileNet.<br>• Ensure alignment with agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe frameworks.
We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a pivotal role in analyzing business processes, identifying gaps, and recommending solutions to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in Agile methodologies and tools like Atlassian Jira, along with a proven track record of successful collaboration across teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct comprehensive business analysis to identify process improvement opportunities and address operational gaps.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals.<br>• Review and analyze documentation to validate accuracy and completeness.<br>• Utilize Agile Scrum methodologies to facilitate project planning and delivery.<br>• Perform gap analysis to identify discrepancies between current and desired business processes.<br>• Work closely with cross-functional teams to define solutions and implement changes.<br>• Manage and track project progress using tools like Atlassian Jira.<br>• Provide clear and concise reports and updates to stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment.<br>• Act as a liaison between technical teams and business units to translate requirements effectively.<br>• Support quality assurance efforts by validating solutions against business requirements.
Position: Business Analyst / Project Manager - Manufacturing ERP<br> Location: Des Moines, IA - Onsite<br> Salary: up to $85,000 base annual salary plus exceptional benefits<br> <br> *** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***<br> Are you a proactive problem-solver with ERP experience in a manufacturing environment? A leading company in Des Moines is seeking a Business Analyst / Project Manager to support a major ERP initiative. This is a permanent, onsite role with excellent benefits and growth potential.<br> What You’ll Do:<br> ○ Coordinate ERP-related tasks and timelines across departments<br> ○ Communicate with vendors and internal teams to ensure project milestones are met<br> ○ Document system customizations and changes<br> ○ Support operations teams (accounting, HR, purchasing, customer service)<br> What You Bring:<br> ○ ERP experience (any system)<br> ○ Background in manufacturing environments<br> ○ Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills<br> ○ Ability to keep projects on track and stakeholders informed<br> Ready to lead from the ground floor of a major ERP transformation? Apply now and bring your ERP expertise to a team that values initiative and impact.<br> <br> *** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. Also, you may contact me by office: 515-303-4654 or mobile: 515-771-8142. Or one click apply on our Robert Half website. No third party inquiries please. Our client cannot provide sponsorship and cannot hire C2C. ***
We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst with expertise in risk management and derivatives to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. In this long-term contract role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance and maintain system capabilities that support derivatives processes. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive system improvements while building subject-matter expertise in derivatives and related operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with technology teams using Agile methodologies to design and implement new or enhanced system functionalities.<br>• Analyze and document business requirements, process flows, and data interactions to ensure system efficiency.<br>• Manage and maintain the system backlog, ensuring features are well-documented and prioritized effectively.<br>• Plan and coordinate system development efforts, resolving roadblocks to achieve sprint and release objectives.<br>• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams to oversee system maintenance and support activities.<br>• Monitor system performance regularly and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.<br>• Coordinate business processes related to derivatives, including portfolio onboarding, administration, and data management.<br>• Develop in-depth knowledge of derivatives systems and processes to support pre- and post-execution activities.<br>• Provide expertise to ensure seamless integration of systems and data across investment, risk, finance, and actuarial functions.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. In this role, you will lead key financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations while driving efficiency and accuracy across operations. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with internal departments and external auditors to deliver high-quality financial insights and solutions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and approve journal entries during the financial close process, ensuring accurate ledger reconciliations and insightful analysis of business trends.<br>• Manage quarterly reinsurance settlements, ensuring compliance and timely reporting.<br>• Perform and review monthly balance sheet and transaction reconciliations to maintain financial integrity.<br>• Supervise the preparation and review of quarterly and annual statutory filings for life and health insurance companies, coordinating with various departments to meet deadlines.<br>• Prepare and review financial statements and reports required by auditors and regulatory agencies, providing detailed financial analysis and project support.<br>• Assist with external audits and examinations by compiling work papers, analyzing data, and preparing reports.<br>• Research and respond to ad-hoc requests, including life and annuity business analysis, rating agency data, and inquiries from state insurance departments.<br>• Evaluate internal controls, recommending improvements to workflows and procedures to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
Position: SENIOR CDP DATA ANALYST - Help Build a Smarter Connected Digital Experience<br>Location: REMOTE<br>Salary: UP TO $140K + EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS<br><br>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***<br><br>A nationally recognized company with a long history of success is launching a bold new digital initiative—and this is your opportunity to help shape it from the ground up.<br>This newly formed department is building a mobile-first product from scratch. It’s a greenfield, 0-to-1 launch with the pace and creativity of a startup, backed by the resources and stability of a Fortune 500 parent. The first MVP is nearing launch, and we’re assembling a team of 20 innovators to bring it to life.<br>As a Senior CDP Data Analyst, you’ll be a key player in designing and evolving a custom-built Customer Data Platform. Your work will unify customer insights across systems and empower smarter, faster decision-making across the organization.<br>What You’ll Be Doing<br> • Collaborate with data engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to define data requirements and use cases.<br> • Design data models and integration logic to support a unified customer view.<br> • Analyze customer behavior across platforms to uncover insights and segmentation opportunities.<br> • Build dashboards and visualizations that drive strategic decisions.<br> • Ensure data quality, consistency, and governance across the Customer Data Platform.<br> • Translate business needs into technical specifications and support iterative development.<br> • Advocate for data best practices and help standardize customer metrics across teams.<br>What You Bring<br> • 5+ years of experience in data analysis, with a focus on customer data and cross-platform integration.<br> • Advanced skills in SQL and Python, R, or similar languages.<br> • Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.<br> • Familiarity with cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and modern data warehousing.<br> • Strong communication skills and ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.<br> • Bonus: Experience with customer journey analytics, segmentation modeling, personalization strategies, and data privacy frameworks (GDPR, CCPA).<br>Why Join Now?<br> • Be part of a ground-floor team shaping a transformative digital product.<br> • Work in a fast-paced, agile environment with full executive support.<br> • Influence how data drives decisions across a nationally recognized organization.<br> • Enjoy the freedom to innovate—without legacy constraints.<br><br>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. Also, you may contact me by office: 515-303-4654 or mobile: 515-771-8142. Or one click apply on our Robert Half website. No third party inquiries please. Our client cannot provide sponsorship and cannot hire C2C. ***
Position: SENIOR CDP DATA ANALYST - Help Build a Smarter Connected Digital Experience<br>Location: REMOTE<br>Salary: UP TO $140K + EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS<br><br>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***<br><br>A nationally recognized company with a long history of success is launching a bold new digital initiative—and this is your opportunity to help shape it from the ground up.<br>This newly formed department is building a mobile-first product from scratch. It’s a greenfield, 0-to-1 launch with the pace and creativity of a startup, backed by the resources and stability of a Fortune 500 parent. The first MVP is nearing launch, and we’re assembling a team of 20 innovators to bring it to life.<br>As a Senior CDP Data Analyst, you’ll be a key player in designing and evolving a custom-built Customer Data Platform. Your work will unify customer insights across systems and empower smarter, faster decision-making across the organization.<br>What You’ll Be Doing<br> • Collaborate with data engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to define data requirements and use cases.<br> • Design data models and integration logic to support a unified customer view.<br> • Analyze customer behavior across platforms to uncover insights and segmentation opportunities.<br> • Build dashboards and visualizations that drive strategic decisions.<br> • Ensure data quality, consistency, and governance across the Customer Data Platform.<br> • Translate business needs into technical specifications and support iterative development.<br> • Advocate for data best practices and help standardize customer metrics across teams.<br>What You Bring<br> • 5+ years of experience in data analysis, with a focus on customer data and cross-platform integration.<br> • Advanced skills in SQL and Python, R, or similar languages.<br> • Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.<br> • Familiarity with cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and modern data warehousing.<br> • Strong communication skills and ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.<br> • Bonus: Experience with customer journey analytics, segmentation modeling, personalization strategies, and data privacy frameworks (GDPR, CCPA).<br>Why Join Now?<br> • Be part of a ground-floor team shaping a transformative digital product.<br> • Work in a fast-paced, agile environment with full executive support.<br> • Influence how data drives decisions across a nationally recognized organization.<br> • Enjoy the freedom to innovate—without legacy constraints.<br><br>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. Also, you may contact me by office: 515-303-4654 or mobile: 515-771-8142. Or one click apply on our Robert Half website. No third party inquiries please. Our client cannot provide sponsorship and cannot hire C2C. ***
We are looking for a skilled Solutions Architect with expertise in ERP/CRM systems to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. This long-term contract position requires someone with a strong background in finance and accounting systems, coupled with advanced technical architecture skills. The role involves designing and implementing solutions that align with business strategies, ensuring seamless integration across platforms and systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and oversee architecture solutions for ERP and CRM systems to meet strategic business objectives.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze and address critical business needs and requirements.<br>• Provide leadership in transitioning legacy systems to modern cloud-based technologies.<br>• Develop and maintain roadmaps for application and infrastructure upgrades, ensuring long-term viability.<br>• Implement and enforce enterprise standards for development processes and system lifecycles.<br>• Conduct in-depth analysis and debugging of processes to identify opportunities for optimization.<br>• Partner with IT leaders to create business cases for transitioning to updated solutions.<br>• Drive innovation and adoption of cloud technologies, particularly AWS, across development teams.<br>• Create and maintain documentation that supports business processes and infrastructure standards.<br>• Mentor team members and provide guidance on architecture best practices and proof-of-concept development.
<p>Our client in the agriculture industry is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their team. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate and efficient financial reporting, reconciliation, and analysis while diving into industry complexities. If you have a strong agriculture accounting background and enjoy diving deep into financial analysis, this may be the opportunity for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage agriculture accounting processes to ensure accurate reporting.</li><li>Perform month-end accounting activities, including preparing accounting files and journals.</li><li>Execute detailed reconciliations throughout each month and ensure accuracy at year-end.</li><li>Drive <strong>process standardization</strong> across multiple systems and help implement system changes where necessary.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to gain knowledge and expertise in industry and financial aspects of the business.</li><li>Conduct detailed analyses to understand the financial numbers and identify areas for improvement.</li><li>Utilize Excel heavily throughout the course of month-end</li><li>Participate in technical accounting projects and other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills and Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Prior <strong>agriculture accounting</strong> experience is mandatory; familiarity with agriculture retail or wholesale accounting is highly preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated <strong>critical thinking ability</strong> and a passion for understanding the details behind data and processes.</li><li>Strong reconciliation and financial analysis skills, with a meticulous eye for detail.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment, driving process improvements while adapting to multiple systems.</li><li>Solid proficiency in <strong>Excel</strong> for data management, reporting, and reconciliations.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>A proactive attitude and ability to "dive into the weeds" to understand processes and financial outcomes.</li><li>A technical accountant mindset, comfortable with high volumes of data and analysis.</li><li>Agriculture industry experience, particularly in ag retail/wholesale is highly preferred</li><li>CPA certification is <strong>not required</strong>, however ideal </li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Product Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role is based in Ankeny, Iowa, and focuses on driving product strategy, development, and execution to meet business goals. As a key player in this position, you will lead efforts to analyze market trends, collaborate with stakeholders, and define product roadmaps that align with customer needs and organizational objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain strategic product roadmaps that align with customer requirements, business goals, and technical feasibility.<br>• Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities for product innovation.<br>• Engage directly with end users to gather insights on desirable features and functionalities, ensuring product enhancements meet real-world needs.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, marketing, and sales, to ensure successful product implementation.<br>• Prioritize product features and initiatives based on impact and urgency, balancing customer needs with organizational objectives.<br>• Monitor product performance and gather feedback to refine and optimize future development cycles.<br>• Present product strategies, roadmaps, and updates to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business priorities.<br>• Utilize strong business acumen to make informed decisions regarding budgeting, ROI, and resource allocation.<br>• Advocate for agile methodologies and ensure product development follows efficient, iterative processes.
<p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Robert Half is working with a Des Moines based insurance company seeking to hire a motivated Manager of Investments Data who will lead efforts in managing and enhancing investment data, accounting processes, and systems. This role requires expertise in statutory accounting and investment systems (e.g., PAM systems) and offers an opportunity to drive team collaboration across various functions within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional problem-solving abilities, leadership skills, and meticulous organizational standards in all aspects of the role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and optimize investment accounting systems to ensure accuracy and operational efficiency.</li><li>Evaluate and oversee investment data by leveraging knowledge of GAAP and statutory accounting principles.</li><li>Develop and nurture effective working relationships with Corporate Accounting and Asset Management partners.</li><li>Conduct system audits, implement key controls, generate reports, and utilize data analysis tools proficiently.</li><li>Mentor team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement, critical thinking, and teamwork.</li><li>Stay informed on various investment instruments to ensure accurate data reporting and analysis.</li><li>Maintain compliance with accounting standards and controls while meeting strict deadlines.</li><li>Participate in organizational change initiatives, contributing insights to improve team adaptability and overall effectiveness.</li></ul>
<p>A well-established company in the Des Moines area is seeking a <strong>Project Accountant </strong>to join their team! This person would be responsible for working closely with Project Managers regarding the financials. Some of the duties that this person will handle are as follows:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Accounts Payable</strong></p><ul><li>Process vendor and subconsultant invoices.</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to ensure vendor invoices are reviewed and approved in a timely manner.</li><li>Ensure payables are accurately entered and processed for payment on schedule.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounts Receivable</strong></p><ul><li>Review outstanding invoices and follow up with clients for prompt resolution and payment.</li></ul><p><strong>Invoicing</strong></p><ul><li>Facilitate the monthly billing cycle by preparing draft invoices for review with project managers.</li><li>Ensure invoices meet quality standards before finalizing and sending them to clients.</li></ul><p><strong>Project Support and Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Run reports as needed to assist project managers in understanding project financial performance.</li><li>Maintain and update project data to ensure records are accurate and current.</li></ul><p><strong>Vendor Management</strong></p><ul><li>Track vendor compliance with insurance requirements and request updates as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Year-End Processes</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in processing vendor 1099 forms for tax compliance.</li><li>Deposit payments received from clients.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Us?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Culture + Growth:</strong> Be part of a team with a fantastic culture that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and personal development.</li><li><strong>Flexibility:</strong> Work a standard schedule of 40 hours per week with schedule flexibility and a work/life balance.</li><li><strong>Amazing Benefits: </strong>Competitive benefits package, including company paid insurance, gym allowance, generous PTO, and more</li><li><strong>Meaningful Work:</strong> Contribute to projects that genuinely enhance how people live, work, and play.</li><li><strong>Supportive Environment:</strong> Join a team that will invest in your success and provide opportunities to build your skills and career.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<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>
We are looking for a skilled Database Administrator to join our dedicated data team in Des Moines, Iowa. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the health, security, and performance of critical database systems while ensuring effective data governance and management. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in database technologies, a strong understanding of data governance, and a proactive mindset to address complex challenges in a dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and optimize database queries and processes to support software development projects and ad-hoc reporting needs, ensuring adherence to team standards.<br>• Partner with software developers to streamline database deliverables, including pair programming and coordinating deployments outside normal business hours.<br>• Troubleshoot and upgrade third-party software products with database backends, providing diagnostic support to resolve issues across network segments.<br>• Implement and enforce corporate policies for role-based data access to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information.<br>• Perform routine administrative tasks such as database installations, upgrades, migrations, server patching, backups, disaster recovery testing, and performance tuning.<br>• Lead initiatives to improve database design, data classification and retention, cloud migration strategies, and overall system reliability and security.<br>• Maintain comprehensive documentation to support auditing, encryption, and security standards.<br>• Monitor database performance and proactively identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.
