Results for Tax Preparer 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
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

Staff Accountant

Independence, IA
onsite
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
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Iowa City, IA
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Temporary / Contract
21 - 24 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established organization in the Iowa City area to hire a detail-oriented Bookkeeper for a contract opportunity. This role will focus primarily on Accounts Payable (AP) functions, with occasional support in Accounts Receivable (AR) as needed.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and takes pride in accuracy and organization. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process high-volume accounts payable transactions, including invoice entry, coding, and approvals</li><li>Perform 3-way matching and ensure proper documentation for all payments</li><li>Prepare and execute weekly check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation</li><li>Assist with basic accounts receivable tasks, including posting payments and light collections follow-up</li><li>Communicate with vendors and internal teams to address questions or issues</li><li>Support month-end close processes as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Iowa City, IA
onsite
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

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