We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In this role, you will be responsible for managing key financial processes, ensuring accuracy in accounting operations, and supporting strategic financial planning. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a growing organization and collaborate with a dynamic finance team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily treasury activities, including cash management, electronic transaction setup, accounting system updates, and cash forecasting.<br>• Generate and distribute daily revenue reports to relevant team members.<br>• Execute month-end tasks, including journal entries and detailed analysis of fuel and maintenance expenses.<br>• Maintain and update the general ledger and chart of accounts to ensure accuracy.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts as needed and address discrepancies.<br>• Assist in preparing financial statements and conducting thorough analyses.<br>• Collaborate on financial forecasts and budgets, providing updates and insights.<br>• Perform budget-to-actual variance analysis and contribute to financial review processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and assist in preparing filings across various jurisdictions.<br>• Coordinate annual audits and support other audit processes as required.
<p>Seeking a new opportunity as an <strong>Accountant</strong>? Check out this opportunity!</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cedar Rapids, Iowa</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> Contract / Short-Term Assignment</p><p><strong>Join a dynamic team and make an immediate impact!</strong> Our client is seeking an <strong>Accountant</strong> for a short-term project with a leading organization in Cedar Rapids. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your expertise and help drive critical accounting functions during a busy season.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Month-End Close</strong>: Prepare and post journal entries, manage accruals, reconcile accounts, and ensure timely close processes.</p><p><strong>General Ledger Management</strong>: Maintain accuracy of the GL, review entries for compliance, and resolve discrepancies.</p><p><strong>Financial Reporting</strong>: Assist in preparing balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports; perform <strong>flux/variance analysis</strong> to explain changes.</p><p><strong>Account Reconciliations</strong>: Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.</p><p><strong>Budget & Forecast Support</strong>: Provide data for budgeting and forecasting cycles; analyze trends to support decision-making.</p><p><strong>Compliance & Audit Prep</strong>: Ensure adherence to <strong>GAAP</strong> standards and assist with internal/external audit requests.</p><p><strong>Process Improvement</strong>: Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance accuracy in reporting.</p><p><br></p>
<p>Do you love wearing multiple hats and being the go-to person who keeps everything running smoothly? If QuickBooks is your happy place and you thrive in an environment where autonomy is the norm, this role is for you! Robert Half is partnering with a well-established company within the construction industry to find a <strong>dynamic Office Manager/Bookkeeper</strong> who loves variety and thrives in a role where independence and trust are key.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love This Role:</strong></p><p>You’ll be the heartbeat of the office—managing everything from bookkeeping and payroll to vendor communication and job costing. This is a chance to make a real impact in a small, tight-knit team that values hard work, autonomy, and a positive attitude.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage QuickBooks Desktop for AP/AR, job setup, billing, and reconciliations</li><li>Process invoices, monitor financial transactions, and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Handle payroll (including union payroll- training provided), prepare and submit union reports and dues</li><li>Maintain employee files, onboarding paperwork, and support HR-related tasks</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations and oversee accurate financial reporting</li><li>Partner with the CPA for year-end processes and assist with tax filings</li><li>Keep office operations running smoothly—filing, reporting, and light administrative tasks</li><li>Communicate with vendors and team members (primarily via email and text)</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In this long-term contract role, you will play a key part in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy, and contributing to efficient accounting processes. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic financial environment and has a strong background in accounting principles.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate completion.<br>• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger to ensure financial data integrity.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries while verifying supporting documentation.<br>• Perform account reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Conduct bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow activities.<br>• Manage payroll, expense reporting, and timesheet accounting with precision.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline accounting operations.<br>• Provide detailed financial reports and analyses to support decision-making.<br>• Assist in audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.
<p>Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Staff or Senior Accountant to manage financial operations and reporting for multiple entities. The ideal candidate will have expertise in accounting, payroll management, accounts payable, and financial statement preparation, along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in accounting software. Responsibilities include general ledger management, reconciliations, cash receipt processing, fixed asset analyses, and cost reporting assistance, all while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Applicants should possess a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.</p>
<p>Financial Reporting </p><p> Are you a seasoned financial professional with SEC reporting expertise and a robust foundation in GAAP accounting? We are representing a growing financial services organization, boasting $4.5 billion in assets and 485 employees, seeking to hire a Vice President of Financial Reporting to lead key financial and regulatory functions while driving efficiency and scalability.</p><p> </p><p> Enjoy a collaborative and community-focused culture, opportunities for career growth, and competitive benefits like a 9% 401(k) contribution, stock options, and flexibility with one remote workday per week.</p><p><br></p><p> Lead SEC filings (e.g., 10-Ks, 10-Qs, Proxy Statements) and regulatory reports.</p><p> Supervise and mentor the financial reporting team.</p><p> Manage the monthly and quarterly close process and drive automation initiatives.</p><p> Provide leadership for audit support, control enhancements, and digital transformation projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications: CPA required, with 8+ years of experience in public accounting or financial reporting. SEC reporting expertise is critical, with banking/financial services experience highly preferred. Proven leadership skills and ability to innovate within manual or scaling processes.</p><p> </p><p> Confidential inquiries are welcome! Don’t miss this opportunity to join a dynamic organization driving transformation and independence in the financial services industry.</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Accountant</strong> to join a project in the Iowa City area. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring financial accuracy by analyzing and resolving discrepancies in accounting records. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a keen attention to detail and a strong background in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and balance sheet reconciliation. This position is for a temporary project lasting 3-6 months but could turn into a permanent opportunity for the right person! </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Analyze and identify discrepancies in the balance sheet to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks to investigate and resolve accounting issues effectively.</p><p>• Input invoices into the accounting system and code correctly. </p><p>• Create invoices, apply payments, and process daily payments. </p><p>• Account and bank reconciliations</p><p>• Prepare detailed reports summarizing findings and corrective actions.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.</p><p><br></p>
