We are looking for an experienced Treasury Analyst to join our team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role involves managing key financial operations, including liquidity analysis, investment strategies, and interest rate risk assessments. The ideal candidate will play a vital part in supporting decision-making processes by preparing detailed reports and offering actionable insights.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for senior leadership, the Asset/Liability Committee, and the Board, focusing on liquidity and balance sheet positions.<br>• Develop and refine presentations, models, and reports that assess the impact of strategies on liquidity, interest rate risk, earnings, and capital.<br>• Collaborate with external resources to validate financial modeling assumptions, such as deposit decay rates, loan prepayment speeds, and other metrics.<br>• Monitor market trends to recommend investment strategies that align with company objectives and policies.<br>• Facilitate the execution, trading, and settlement of securities within the investment portfolio, adhering to risk limits and procedures.<br>• Conduct thorough analysis of the investment portfolio to identify impairments using pricing spread evaluations.<br>• Support the preparation and communication of liquidity stress testing results to senior leadership and the Board.<br>• Provide analytical insights into hedging strategies used for managing interest rate risk and other financial exposures.<br>• Review and contribute to the revision of liquidity risk and hedging policies to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
<p><strong>Financial Analyst</strong></p><p><strong>Contract | Cedar Rapids, IA</strong></p><p><strong>3–5 Years of Experience Required</strong></p><p>Our client in Cedar Rapids is seeking an analytical and detail‑driven <strong>Financial Analyst</strong> to join their growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys digging into financial data, and provides insights that drive business decisions.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>The Financial Analyst will support budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, and reporting. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, operations, and leadership teams to help guide strategic financial planning.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.</li><li>Conduct variance and trend analyses; provide insights on performance drivers.</li><li>Assist in the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li>Build and update financial models to support business planning and decision‑making.</li><li>Analyze revenue, expenses, KPIs, and operational metrics.</li><li>Present financial findings to management in a clear, concise manner.</li><li>Support ad hoc financial analysis requests and special projects.</li></ul><p><br></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>
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><strong>** MUST RESIDE IN IOWA- Non-negotiable**</strong></p><p><strong>Database Research & Document Management Assistant (Contract-to-Hire)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Are you a detail-driven problem solver who loves turning information into organized systems?</strong> We’re looking for a <strong>Database Research & Document Management Assistant</strong> who thrives on accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration. This is a <strong>contract-to-hire</strong> opportunity where you’ll play a key role in managing critical financial documents and supporting our proprietary database.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Be the bridge:</strong> Connect with credit entities, CFOs, Controllers, Treasurers, and rating agencies to obtain audited financial statements and other essential documents via internet, phone, email, or third-party platforms.</li><li><strong>Organize like a pro:</strong> Catalog standard and non-standard documents, work orders, and ensure everything is properly stored and accessible.</li><li><strong>Document hero:</strong> Retrieve, standardize, and upload scanned financial statements into our database for seamless integration.</li><li><strong>Collaborate & coordinate:</strong> Work closely with client analysts to fulfill audit requests and strengthen relationships between the organization and subscribers.</li><li><strong>Ensure compliance:</strong> Maintain system protocols, flag inconsistencies, and suggest improvements to keep processes sharp and secure.</li><li><strong>Protect confidentiality:</strong> Handle sensitive financial data with discretion and professionalism.</li><li><strong>Grow your expertise:</strong> Learn accounting standards, database reporting, and spreadsheet analysis while contributing to special projects that keep operations running smoothly.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an accomplished finance leader to join our team. This is a long-term contract position ideal for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in financial management, team leadership, and strategic decision-making. The role offers the opportunity to collaborate across multiple functions while overseeing complex financial operations within the technology and telecommunications sectors.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead a team of up to 20 finance team members, fostering productivity and collaboration.</p><p>• Develop and implement annual budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Oversee month-end close processes to maintain accurate and timely financial reporting.</p><p>• Manage cash flow forecasting and budget processes to support strategic planning.</p><p>• Analyze complex accounting transactions, including revenue recognition, derivatives, impairments, and stock-based compensation.</p><p>• Provide expert guidance on business combinations, convertible debt, warrants, and lease accounting.</p><p>• Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless communication and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities, including pivot tables, lookups, and introductory macros, for financial analysis.</p><p>• Prepare detailed financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Drive cross-functional initiatives to address challenges and improve financial outcomes.</p>
<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>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to join our manufacturing team in Eastern Iowa. In this role, you will oversee key financial operations, manage accounting processes, and provide strategic insights to support the company’s goals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team while driving financial accuracy and efficiency in a dynamic environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, budgets, cost analyses, and variance reports.</p><p>• Monitor and manage capital project expenditures and maintenance budgets.</p><p>• Develop and present financial dashboards and reports to senior management.</p><p>• Conduct annual budget planning and perform monthly budget reviews.</p><p>• Supervise invoice processing and ensure timely payments.</p><p>• Collaborate on strategic planning initiatives and contribute to special projects.</p><p>• Review intercompany transactions for accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Perform reconciliations for general ledger accounts and process journal entries.</p><p>• Maintain and update standard costing systems to ensure precise cost tracking.</p><p>• Oversee inventory management, including reconciliation and analysis of costs</p>
