<p>We are looking for an experienced Investment Manager to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. In this role, you will oversee the management and monitoring of investment activities across various portfolios, ensuring compliance with fiduciary responsibilities. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with committees, consultants, and advisors to optimize investment strategies and performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and supervise investment activities for retirement portfolios with varying levels of experience within Defined Benefit (DB) and Defined Contribution (DC) plans, ensuring compliance with fiduciary standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with committees, consultants, actuaries, and external advisors to develop and refine investment strategies.</p><p>• Prepare and oversee monthly monitoring reports, quarterly updates, and committee materials, ensuring accurate reporting of investment outcomes for all subsidiary portfolios.</p><p>• Provide technical guidance and support to department staff while coordinating activities under the direction of the Senior Director of Investments.</p><p>• Analyze portfolio performance and recommend adjustments to optimize returns while aligning with risk tolerance.</p><p>• Maintain a deep understanding of market trends and financial analysis to support informed investment decision-making.</p><p>• Assist in managing nuclear decommissioning trust funds and foundation portfolios.</p><p>• Ensure all investment activities align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.</p>
<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>
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.
We are looking for an experienced Director/Manager of Financial Reporting to lead and oversee financial operations within our organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong expertise in accounting and reporting, who can ensure compliance and provide valuable insights to support decision-making. Based in Des Moines, Iowa, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the utilities and infrastructure industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and consolidation of financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.<br>• Oversee internal financial reporting processes, ensuring timely and precise delivery of key reports.<br>• Manage budgeting and forecasting activities to support organizational planning and performance evaluation.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and recommendations for strategic initiatives.<br>• Monitor and enforce adherence to accounting standards and internal controls within the organization.<br>• Guide the implementation of improvements in financial reporting systems and processes.<br>• Provide leadership and mentorship to the financial reporting team, fostering growth and development.<br>• Analyze financial data to identify trends and opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors and stakeholders to facilitate audits and ensure transparency.<br>• Develop and present financial reports to senior management, offering actionable insights and updates.
<p>Are you a collaborative, people-first leader who thrives in a dynamic setting? Our client, a growing company with a strong reputation, is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to lead a talented AP/AR team and drive operational excellence across departments.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>As the Accounting Manager, you will:</p><ul><li>Lead and coach a large AP/AR team with empathy, accountability, and a focus on development.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve customer issues and streamline operations.</li><li>Manage vendor contracts, payment schedules, and customer account activity.</li><li>Drive process improvements and digitization efforts using ERP systems.</li><li>Foster a positive team culture that values openness, efficiency, and continuous learning.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Ideal Candidate Profile</p><p>We’re looking for a strategic and approachable leader who:</p><ul><li>Is a strong communicator and coach across all levels of the organization.</li><li>Has experience managing accounting teams of 5+ individuals.</li><li>Thrives in ambiguous environments, using sound judgment and flexibility.</li><li>Is collaborative, open-minded, and passionate about building scalable processes.</li><li>Knows how to prioritize, delegate, and teach with patience and clarity.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Why Join This Team?</p><ul><li>Be part of a growing company with a strong industry reputation.</li><li>Work with a positive, receptive team eager to learn and grow.</li><li>Help shape the future of accounting operations.</li><li>Make a real impact across departments and processes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you ready to take your expertise in Accounts Payable to the next level? We are searching for an experienced and driven <strong>Accounts Payable Manager</strong> to lead and optimize our AP operations. In this critical role, you'll oversee the daily activities of the accounts payable department while driving efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with accounting policies while delivering timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage day-to-day operations of the accounts payable team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments.</li><li>Oversee the month-end close process, including preparing balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Work with Supply Chain to verify vendor payment terms and strategize cost-saving initiatives, including optimizing net working capital or obtaining payment discounts.</li><li>Conduct weekly accounts payable check and ACH payment runs.</li><li>Manage the company's Corporate Travel and Purchase Card program, ensuring oversight of vendor management, policy alignment, and accurate reporting.</li><li>Develop and implement metrics to drive productivity improvement and quality controls.</li><li>Partner with the Controller on the annual audit and compliance initiatives.</li><li>Evaluate technology solutions to integrate multiple ERP systems, streamlining processes across departments.</li><li>Hire, train, and develop the accounts payable staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.</li><li>Continuously identify areas for operational improvement and execute industry best practices.</li><li>Support the integration of acquisitions by consolidating processes and systems.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You Want to Work Here:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Flexibility in schedule</strong>: We value work-life balance and offer flexible schedules that prioritize your well-being.</li><li><strong>Remote work options</strong>: Enjoy the flexibility to work from home, while still being part of a dynamic team environment.</li><li><strong>Company appreciation</strong>: Your hard work and contributions are recognized and celebrated through robust recognition programs.</li><li><strong>Team collaboration</strong>: Work alongside a supportive and collaborative group of professionals dedicated to achieving shared goals.</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>
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.
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.
<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>
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Audit Manager - Public in the thriving industry of public accounting. Based in a vibrant city in Iowa, the successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing a range of audit activities and contributing to the firm's growth and development. <br><br>Responsibilities: <br><br>• Lead, plan, and execute audits with precision and efficiency<br>• Supervise a team of audit professionals, ensuring all tasks are performed accurately and on schedule<br>• Foster clear communication and strong relationships with clients, addressing their needs and concerns promptly<br>• Identify potential audit risks and devise effective strategies to manage them<br>• Collaborate with partners to strategize and seize new business opportunities<br>• Stay updated with the latest auditing regulations and standards, applying this knowledge to daily operations<br>• Contribute to the detail-oriented development of staff through mentoring, training, and performance evaluations<br>• Utilize various accounting software systems to facilitate audit processes<br>• Develop and implement audit programs and plans to ensure comprehensive audit engagements.
