Entry Level Accountant Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

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Senior Tax Accountant

Muscatine, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is working with an established public accounting firm serving clients throughout Eastern Iowa in their search to hire a Tax Professional. This role is ideal for someone who wants to build strong client relationships, take on increasing responsibility and contribute to the long-term growth of a respected local firm. The firm provides a wide range of services to individuals and businesses, including tax preparation and planning, accounting, bookkeeping, financial statement preparation and business advisory services. Key Responsibilities or Tax Accountant:<ul><li>Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, S corporations, partnerships, trusts, and other entities.</li><li>Provide tax planning and advisory services to both individual and business clients.</li><li>Conduct tax research, analyze findings, and communicate recommendations clearly to clients.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong long-term client relationships.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and other financial information for business clients.</li><li>Assist with financial projections and business planning support.</li><li>Provide guidance to clients on accounting and QuickBooks-related matters.</li><li>Represent clients before federal and state taxing authorities as needed.</li><li>Review work prepared by junior staff and provide constructive feedback.</li><li>Mentor and support the development of less-experienced team members.</li><li>Manage multiple client engagements and deadlines, especially during tax season.</li><li>Identify opportunities to expand services and add value to client relationships.</li><li>Contribute to the continued growth and development of the firm.</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Cedar Rapids, IA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
Accountant (Contract) | Cedar Rapids, IA A growing Cedar Rapids organization is seeking a Contract Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and special projects. This role offers an opportunity to contribute across multiple areas of accounting while working alongside a collaborative finance team. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Analysis<ul><li>Prepare and maintain financial reports</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate variances</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting efforts</li></ul>General Accounting<ul><li>Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures</li></ul>Transaction Processing<ul><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions</li><li>Review invoices and expense transactions for accuracy</li><li>Assist with cash management and payment processing</li></ul>Project Support<ul><li>Assist with audits and documentation requests</li><li>Support system conversions, process improvements, or cleanup projects</li><li>Participate in ad hoc accounting and finance initiatives</li></ul>
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Independence, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Staff Accountant | Grow Your Accounting Career Looking for more than just AP and AR? We're partnering with a company that is seeking a Staff Accountant who is eager to learn, take ownership, and grow their accounting career. If you're looking for an opportunity to gain exposure to month-end close, financial reporting, inventory analysis, process improvement projects, and general ledger accounting, this could be the perfect next step. What You'll Be Doing:✅ Manage AP, AR, invoicing, cash applications, and vendor payments✅ Assist with month-end close and account reconciliations✅ Analyze inventory and general ledger activity✅ Work directly with customers and vendors to resolve accounting discrepancies✅ Lead special projects focused on process improvements and efficiencies✅ Support financial reporting and help maintain accurate accounting records Why This Opportunity Stands Out:🌟 Work directly with an experienced Controller who enjoys mentoring and developing talent🌟 Gain hands-on exposure to the full accounting cycle🌟 Take ownership of meaningful projects that impact the business🌟 Opportunity to expand your accounting knowledge and grow professionally🌟 Manageable workload that allows you to focus on learning—not just processing transactions
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Independence, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who enjoys keeping financial operations accurate, organized, and running smoothly? We’re looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team and play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting functions.In this position, you’ll be involved in a wide range of responsibilities, from processing transactions and reconciling accounts to working directly with customers and vendors to resolve discrepancies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in producing accurate financial work.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Prepare and distribute invoices, credit memos, and purchase orders</li><li>Process receipts, sales invoices, and payments from customers and suppliers</li><li>Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable activity</li><li>Follow up on outstanding balances as needed</li><li>Partner with customers and vendors to resolve invoice issues and pricing discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing financial activity</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and help ensure account accuracy</li><li>Code financial data and other accounting information</li><li>Calculate costs of goods and services</li><li>Prepare cash deposits and disbursements</li><li>Provide general administrative support, including filing, correspondence, photocopying, and meeting minutes</li><li>Answer and direct incoming phone calls</li><li>Operate accounting and office equipment, including 10-key calculators and computer systems</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>High school diploma required</li><li>College coursework or accounting certificate preferred</li><li>4–6 years of related accounting experience</li></ul>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Iowa City, IA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 26.5 USD / Hourly
Bookkeeper (Contract) | Iowa City, IA Our client is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with financial data, maintaining accurate records, and supporting day-to-day accounting functions. The Bookkeeper will work closely with internal teams to ensure transactions are processed accurately and financial information remains up to date. What You'll Be Doing✅ Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions✅ Reconciling bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts✅ Preparing and posting journal entries✅ Assisting with month-end closing activities✅ Managing invoicing, billing, and payment processing✅ Researching and resolving discrepancies✅ Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting documentation✅ Assisting with reporting and other accounting-related projects as needed
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Data Entry Clerk

Cedar Rapids, IA
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Temporary / Contract
15.5 - 16 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to support compliance and operational review activities within a highly regulated financial services environment. This role focuses on executing established processes, reviewing information for completeness, documenting activities, and coordinating communications using standardized procedures and templates. The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, comfortable working with confidential information, and able to follow detailed workflows with minimal supervision. Responsibilities<ul><li>Execute client identity verification reviews using established procedures.</li><li>Conduct batch and individual record reviews and document results accurately.</li><li>Support sanctions and watchlist screening processes by gathering and organizing information for review.</li><li>Listen to recorded calls and document required details in internal systems.</li><li>Retrieve account, client, and transaction information for internal stakeholders.</li><li>Prepare and distribute standardized communications using approved templates.</li><li>Maintain tracking logs and ensure documentation is complete and up to date.</li><li>Escalate exceptions or discrepancies to senior team members for further review.</li><li>Follow regulatory, compliance, and operational procedures with a high degree of accuracy.</li><li>Assist with administrative tasks and special projects as assigned.</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Iowa City, IA
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 23 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large non-profit in the Iowa City area. This position will play an important role in managing end-to-end payroll activities across multiple states while helping maintain compliance with company policies and payroll regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, hands-on experience with ADP, and the ability to resolve discrepancies with precision. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of more than 400 employees, ensuring all payments are completed accurately and on schedule.• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while applying applicable wage, tax, and compliance requirements.• Use ADP to maintain payroll records, review entries, and support regular payroll processing tasks.• Reconcile payroll data by investigating variances, correcting discrepancies, and validating final results before submission.• Review earnings, deductions, taxes, and time-related inputs to confirm completeness and accuracy for each payroll cycle.• Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, resolve issues, and provide clear updates on processing outcomes.• Assist with payroll-related process updates or system-related changes when needed as part of ongoing operational support.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

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