We are looking for an experienced Senior of Quality Assurance to join a long-term contract opportunity supporting investment technology operations in West Des Moines, Iowa. This role will play a key part in strengthening test coverage across business-critical applications, with a strong emphasis on data accuracy, financial logic, and end-to-end system reliability. The position is ideal for a senior QA specialist who thrives in complex environments and can partner closely with technical and business teams to improve testing rigor and reduce operational risk.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Execute detailed manual testing across internal platforms, including functional, regression, integration, and full workflow validation activities.<br>• Verify data integrity across systems by reviewing business rules, financial calculations, and data movement from source to downstream applications.<br>• Assess the quality of REST APIs, web-based applications, and background services to confirm expected behavior and dependable performance.<br>• Test connections with external investment and market data platforms to ensure accurate processing and system interoperability.<br>• Document defects thoroughly, monitor issue status, and work with delivery teams to support timely resolution and retesting.<br>• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and investment-focused stakeholders to clarify requirements, identify risk areas, and improve test effectiveness.<br>• Contribute to rebuilding a dedicated quality assurance practice by promoting consistent testing methods and stronger quality standards.<br>• Support validation efforts for financial and operational reporting outputs to confirm completeness, accuracy, and compliance expectations.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to financial planning, reporting, and analysis while ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and demonstrate expertise in preparing detailed financial statements and supporting audits.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze comprehensive financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports for assigned projects.</p><p>• Complete journal entries, ensuring accuracy in transferring and posting accounts payable and inventory transactions, and maintain supporting documentation.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations of multiple accounts, maintaining general ledger accuracy and ensuring all monthly activities are accounted for.</p><p>• Assist in the development of business plans and financial models by providing technical analysis and insights.</p><p>• Coordinate year-end audits and facilitate the review process with external auditors.</p><p>• Research and interpret accounting standards, analyzing their implications and supporting accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Consolidate financial statements and present findings through clear written and verbal communication formats.</p><p>• Utilize computer-based tools to create reports, graphs, and charts for financial presentations.</p><p>• Undertake special projects, developing tailored financial models as needed.</p>
<p>💡 GAAP Accountants – This One Is Different (Des Moines)</p><p> </p><p> We are working with an insurance company that is creating a new Finance Center of Excellence in Des Moines—and they’re hiring a GAAP Senior Accountant to help build it.</p><p> </p><p> This role is ideal for someone who: ✔️ Has strong GAAP accounting experience in insurance</p><p> ✔️ Enjoys rolling up their sleeves and improving messy processes</p><p> ✔️ Wants real ownership in setting up reporting, controls, and a new GL</p><p> ✔️ Prefers a flexible, professional, non–micromanaged environment</p><p> </p><p> You’ll play a key role in standing up GAAP processes, supporting audits, and shaping the future finance organization as the company grows.</p><p> </p><p> 📍 Des Moines (hybrid)</p><p> 💬 5+ years GAAP / insurance experience</p><p> </p><p> Interested in learning more—confidentially? Message or email me at Terra.Williams@Roberthalf</p><p> com</p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Contract position based in Des Moines, Iowa. This role will help maintain the flow of day-to-day financial activities while the broader team remains focused on key project priorities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working through account issues to keep records accurate and current.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage routine accounting activities that support the organization’s daily financial operations.<br>• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and in a timely manner while maintaining proper documentation.<br>• Prepare and review account reconciliations, researching discrepancies and resolving outstanding items.<br>• Support month-end close tasks by organizing entries, validating balances, and meeting reporting deadlines.<br>• Create and post journal entries with a strong focus on accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.<br>• Maintain and analyze general ledger activity to ensure financial records remain complete and reliable.<br>• Use Oracle-generated reports and other available data sources to assist with account review and financial analysis when needed.<br>• Investigate reconciliation clean-up items in detail and recommend practical corrections to improve account accuracy.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review quarterly and annual external reporting filings, including Form 10-Q and Form 10-K, to ensure timely and accurate submission<br>• Execute technical accounting evaluations and translate accounting conclusions into clear, compliant financial statement reporting<br>• Oversee consolidated financial reporting activities, including intercompany eliminations, variable interest entity considerations, and cash flow statement preparation<br>• Interpret and apply U.S. GAAP and external reporting disclosure requirements, including the adoption of newly issued accounting standards<br>• Investigate reporting fluctuations and account variances by performing detailed financial analysis and documenting key conclusions<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional business partners and parent company contacts to gather information and meet reporting timelines<br>• Develop financial statement analytics and maintain compliance with disclosure checklists and supporting documentation requirements<br>• Support external audit and regulatory review processes by preparing workpapers, responding to inquiries, and providing analysis as needed
<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>
<p>📢 Des Moines Finance & Insurance Talent</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>✔ Insurance industry experience required</p><p>✔ Hybrid flexibility (not fully remote)</p><p>✔ Competitive compensation + bonus potential</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re curious or know someone who might be a fit, feel free to message me directly. 👋</p>
We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. In this role, you will play a key part in driving financial planning and analysis processes, offering strategic insights to business leaders, and ensuring effective financial governance. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with various teams, support enterprise-wide initiatives, and contribute to the company’s long-term success.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee financial planning and analysis functions for assigned business units, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.<br>• Build and maintain financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis efforts.<br>• Provide data-driven recommendations to leadership to guide strategic decision-making.<br>• Act as the primary financial partner for business leaders within designated areas.<br>• Collaborate with accounting, business units, and leadership teams to align on financial objectives and reporting.<br>• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and financial governance standards.<br>• Review and manage Authorization for Expenditure forms and intercompany allocations.<br>• Support contract administration, ensuring alignment with budgeting and accounting requirements.<br>• Lead and contribute to company-wide financial initiatives and special projects.<br>• Develop and refine financial processes, reporting mechanisms, and system integration efforts.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join our corporate tax team in Des Moines, Iowa. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing department within an industry-leading organization. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing tax provisions and reporting while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare consolidated federal and state tax returns annually as part of the consolidation team.<br>• Manage quarterly federal and state estimated tax payments to ensure timely compliance.<br>• Develop monthly and quarterly tax provisions for corporate reporting.<br>• Oversee consolidated tax reporting for financial statements on a monthly and quarterly basis.<br>• Collaborate on process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the tax department.