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14 results for Bookkeeper in Des Moines, IA

Bookkeeper
  • Johnston, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Experienced Bookkeeper – Johnston, Iowa | Dynamic Team | Expand Your Knowledge</strong></p><p>Are you a go-getter who’s passionate about driving results and making a real impact? We’re looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join our dynamic, growth-focused team in Johnston, Iowa. If you thrive on tackling new projects, finding efficiencies, and delivering accurate financial insights, this role is for you!</p><p><br></p><p>As a key member of our accounting team, you’ll manage financial records, ensure accuracy in transactions, and take the lead on extra projects to enhance our processes. We value proactive professionals who want to be part of something bigger—helping grow our company and elevate our operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Record and reconcile financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable</li><li>Maintain and update general ledgers with accurate, well-documented entries</li><li>Process invoices, payments, and expense reports efficiently</li><li>Prepare financial statements and management reports to support decision-making</li><li>Monitor cash flow and assist in creating and tracking budgets</li><li>Conduct month-end closures and reconcile accounts for financial accuracy</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations</li><li>Communicate with vendors, clients, and internal teams to resolve billing/account discrepancies</li><li>Perform bank and credit card reconciliations</li><li>Lead and execute extra projects focused on improving efficiency and streamlining processes</li></ul><p><strong>Why You’ll Love Working With Us:</strong></p><ul><li>Free employee health care</li><li>Work/life flexibility</li><li>401(k) match</li><li>Generous PTO package</li><li>Bonus potential</li><li>Inclusive, supportive team dedicated to your professional growth</li><li>A collaborative environment where your ideas and drive matter</li></ul><p><strong>Ready to accelerate your career and help us continue our company’s success? Apply today to join a team that values your ambition and rewards your results! </strong></p>
  • 2025-11-18T17:14:33Z
Bookkeeper
  • Ames, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Manage accounts receivable and payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, payments, and guest satisfaction.</li><li>Satisfy guest inquiries, research and resolve billing variances, and deliver friendly and efficient service.</li><li>Perform daily cash reconciliation and revenue reporting for hotel, restaurant, and conference service departments.</li><li>Accurately classify, code, post, and summarize financial data.</li><li>Organize, secure, and maintain accounting files and financial records.</li><li>Reconcile credit card transactions and bank deposits.</li><li>Complete month-end closing procedures and financial reports.</li><li>Audit, create, and distribute guest invoices; receive and post incoming payments.</li><li>Facilitate invoice payment by sending bill reminders and communicating with guests.</li><li>Verify and process vendor invoices with appropriate approvals and supporting documentation.</li><li>Input vendor invoices and credit memos in accounting software with accuracy.</li><li>File compliance returns for business taxes, property taxes, and sales tax payments.</li><li>Assist with payroll-related tax and withholding payments, and back up HR for payroll processing.</li><li>Provide reporting, analysis, and ad hoc financial support to hotel management.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-19T21:29:02Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Nevada, IA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounting Clerk to join our team in Nevada, Iowa. In this long-term contract role, you will manage various financial tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail to contribute to the smooth operation of our accounting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Handle invoice review, matching, and processing to ensure proper documentation and approvals.<br>• Manage payroll coding and contributions, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks to maintain accurate financial records and support bookkeeping activities.<br>• Reconcile credit card transactions and ensure proper allocation of expenses.<br>• Organize and maintain financial documents using tools such as Dropbox and other relevant systems.<br>• Support month-end and year-end closing processes with thorough preparation and reporting.<br>• Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies and address financial inquiries.<br>• Maintain confidentiality and security of financial data at all times.
  • 2025-11-14T22:18:54Z
Staff Accountant
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. This is a Contract position ideal for someone who enjoys working collaboratively to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance. The role requires strong expertise in accounting processes and a commitment to maintaining organized and efficient workflows.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial accuracy.<br>• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger to support monthly and annual reporting.<br>• Review financial transactions to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.<br>• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.<br>• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.<br>• Perform account reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Contribute to the successful implementation of new accounting systems and procedures.<br>• Monitor and analyze financial data to ensure accuracy and completeness.<br>• Provide support for additional accounting tasks as needed.
  • 2025-11-14T22:14:04Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client in the agriculture industry is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their team. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate and efficient financial reporting, reconciliation, and analysis while diving into industry complexities. If you have a strong agriculture accounting background and enjoy diving deep into financial analysis, this may be the opportunity for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage agriculture accounting processes to ensure accurate reporting.</li><li>Perform month-end accounting activities, including preparing accounting files and journals.</li><li>Execute detailed reconciliations throughout each month and ensure accuracy at year-end.</li><li>Drive <strong>process standardization</strong> across multiple systems and help implement system changes where necessary.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to gain knowledge and expertise in industry and financial aspects of the business.</li><li>Conduct detailed analyses to understand the financial numbers and identify areas for improvement.</li><li>Utilize Excel heavily throughout the course of month-end</li><li>Participate in technical accounting projects and other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills and Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Prior <strong>agriculture accounting</strong> experience is mandatory; familiarity with agriculture retail or wholesale accounting is highly preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated <strong>critical thinking ability</strong> and a passion for understanding the details behind data and processes.</li><li>Strong reconciliation and financial analysis skills, with a meticulous eye for detail.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment, driving process improvements while adapting to multiple systems.</li><li>Solid proficiency in <strong>Excel</strong> for data management, reporting, and reconciliations.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>A proactive attitude and ability to "dive into the weeds" to understand processes and financial outcomes.</li><li>A technical accountant mindset, comfortable with high volumes of data and analysis.</li><li>Agriculture industry experience, particularly in ag retail/wholesale is highly preferred</li><li>CPA certification is <strong>not required</strong>, however ideal </li></ul>
  • 2025-10-31T14:05:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>Do you thrive on solving problems quickly and creating efficiencies that drive company-wide impact? Are you ready to bring your accounting expertise and analytical skills to a dynamic organization where innovation and collaboration are key values? If so, we’re looking for a Senior Accountant to step into a challenging yet rewarding role!</p><p><br></p><p>As a Senior Accountant, you’ll lead the charge in improving processes, streamlining workflows, and assisting in maintaining the company’s financial health while being a key team member for both short-term cleanup projects and long-term process improvements. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Controller while also collaborating cross-functionally to deliver results, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all accounting operations.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of impactful cleanup initiatives, such as reconciling multiple bank accounts and supporting a major payroll system transition.</p><p>Your role will evolve into a focus on monthly close processes and automation, allowing you to make a mark in optimizing the company’s financial operations.</p><p>Work alongside a supportive Controller and become an essential right-hand partner in driving change and ensuring accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Reach out today referencing JO# 01500-0013259857</p>
  • 2025-10-31T14:05:00Z
Senior Investment Accountant
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a Des Moines insurance company to identify and hire a Senior Investment Accountant. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the preparation and analysis of investment-related financial statements and reports. You will also oversee investment accounting systems and databases while collaborating with various teams across the organization to ensure accuracy and compliance. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual internal and external investment financial statements and reports.</p><p>• Maintain and update the investment accounting system to ensure accurate and timely data.</p><p>• Conduct cash flow projections and manage the investment database to support financial planning.</p><p>• Act as a subject matter expert on investment accounting, providing guidance on complex assignments.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with statutory and GAAP accounting standards.</p><p>• Analyze investment portfolios, including derivatives and fixed income assets, to support reporting requirements.</p><p>• Monitor and ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines and company policies in all investment accounting activities.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the investment reporting and analysis functions.</p><p>• Develop and deliver insights to support strategic decision-making related to investments.</p><p>• Assist in audits and regulatory reviews by providing accurate documentation and responses.</p>
  • 2025-10-31T14:05:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 76.00 - 88.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Investment Accountant to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing complex investment portfolios, ensuring their accurate accounting and compliance with financial regulations. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a solid background in investment accounting and a strong understanding of the financial services industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting tasks for diverse investment products, including fixed income, equities, alternatives, and derivatives.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring accuracy in account reconciliations and investment-related financial statements.<br>• Analyze portfolio activities to identify trends and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.<br>• Collaborate with asset managers, custodians, and internal teams to ensure correct valuation and accounting treatment of investments.<br>• Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory standards and reporting requirements for investment portfolios.<br>• Assist in preparing statutory and regulatory filings, ensuring all disclosures are accurate and timely.<br>• Provide documentation and respond to inquiries during audits conducted by external auditors and regulatory agencies.<br>• Support month-end close activities, including reconciliation of general ledger accounts and bank statements.
  • 2025-11-18T21:13:43Z
Staff Accountant
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>A well-established and growing professional services firm is seeking a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join their accounting team. This opportunity offers the chance to play a pivotal role in the firm’s financial operations while contributing to a forward-looking modernization effort. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented professional seeking growth opportunities, with the potential to move into a leadership role in the future.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities Include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Accounts Payable:</strong> Manage light AP processing and assist with wire transfers and client funds.</li><li><strong>Bank Reconciliations:</strong> Partner with the team to reconcile trust accounts and ensure accuracy of high-volume transactional ledgers.</li><li><strong>Wire Transfers:</strong> Monitor, verify, and execute wire transfers while ensuring proper documentation and compliance.</li><li><strong>General Ledger Reviews:</strong> Review thousands of ledger entries to ensure financial balance and correct allocation of funds.</li><li><strong>Backup Payroll Support:</strong> Serve as a secondary resource for payroll processing and compliance.</li><li><strong>Problem Solving:</strong> Investigate and resolve discrepancies or issues related to transactions, accounts, and retainers.</li></ul>
  • 2025-10-17T14:39:26Z
Accountant
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you passionate about finance and eager to grow your expertise? Join our team as an Accountant and play a vital role in managing our financial health. We're looking for a detail-oriented, adaptable individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to make an impact.</p><p><strong>About Us:</strong></p><p>We’re committed to excellence and innovation in everything we do. As a key member of our accounting team, you’ll enjoy opportunities to elevate your skills, work with talented professionals, and contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><p>In this essential role, you’ll take ownership of accounting processes and help ensure seamless financial operations. Responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Accurately processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.</li><li>Performing regular bank reconciliations to maintain financial records.</li><li>Preparing and maintaining account reconciliations for monthly and quarterly reporting cycles.</li><li>Assisting with month-end close procedures, including journal entries and general ledger updates.</li><li>Managing compliance for Form 1099 reporting requirements.</li><li>Recording and verifying accounting entries against supporting documentation.</li><li>Supporting the development and preparation of financial statements and reports.</li><li>Working collaboratively with team members to optimize workflows and resolve discrepancies.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Growth Opportunities</strong>: Expand your capabilities with hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development.</li><li><strong>Supportive Team Culture</strong>: Collaborate with motivated professionals in an environment that values innovation and teamwork.</li><li><strong>Impactful Work</strong>: Your contributions will directly support our organization’s financial success.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-10-22T12:54:29Z
Tax Staff - Public
  • Indianola, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a local public accounting firm in Indianola, Iowa to hire a highly skilled and motivated Tax Accountant. Our client is focused on providing exceptional tax consulting and compliance services for a diverse client base, which includes individuals, small businesses, and corporate clients.</p><p><br></p><p>Job Summary:</p><p>As a Tax Accountant, you will be responsible for preparing and reviewing individual and corporate tax returns, assisting with tax planning and consulting, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with at least five years of experience in tax accounting. A CPA designation is preferred, and a degree in accounting or a related field is required.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>Tax Preparation and Review: Prepare and review federal and state income tax returns for individuals and corporate clients </p><p>Tax Planning and Compliance: Provide proactive tax planning strategies to optimize client outcomes, ensuring adherence to current tax laws and regulations.</p><p>Client Communication: Collaborate closely with clients to gather necessary financial data, answer tax-related inquiries, and provide exceptional service.</p><p>Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth tax research on complex issues and provide findings and recommendations to management and clients.</p><p>Team Collaboration: Support junior team members with technical guidance and quality control during tax return preparation.</p><p>Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows within the tax department to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</p>
  • 2025-10-31T14:05:00Z
Controller
  • Altoona, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-10-17T14:39:26Z
SAS Reporting Analyst - PERM DIRECT HIRE
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>POSITION: SAS Reporting Analyst IMMEDIATE INTERVIEW & HIRE IN DECEMBER </p><p>LOCATION: Des Moines, Iowa – Hybrid (1-2 Days in Office) BUT FLEXIBLE!!!</p><p>STATUS: No Sponsorship (EAD, Green Card, or U.S. Citizen. No OPT or F1 Visa)</p><p>Are you a detail-oriented professional passionate about identifying risks, improving processes, and leveraging technology to generate impactful, data-driven insights? We are seeking a SAS Reporting Analyst to join our team in a pivotal role focused on designing business controls, improving risk management, and optimizing operational processes through advanced data analysis and quality assurance.</p><p>****For immediate and confidential consideration for this SAS Reporting Analyst (PERM Direct Hire) role, contact Carrie Danger, SVP Permanent Placement Team, with DIRECT email/contact information available on my LinkedIn profile. Or, ONE-CLICK APPLY directly to this posting.****</p><p>What You’ll Do:</p><p>Business Controls, Change Management & Quality Assurance:</p><p>Develop and modify reporting to mitigate risks identified in the risk register, applying preventative and detective measures across operations.</p><p>Review processes to uncover control deficiencies and ensure policy and regulatory alignment.</p><p><br></p><p>Build and monitor robust controls, supporting change management evaluations and implementations.</p><p><br></p><p>Conduct post-implementation reviews and root cause analyses to enhance control reporting and operational mechanisms.</p><p>Collaborate with peers to align responsibilities and desired outcomes across processes, systems, and procedures.</p><p>Contribute to discussions and initiatives to enhance operational controls.</p><p>Key Skills Needed:</p><p>Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to translate data into actionable insights.</p><p>Creativity to craft innovative control reports using SAS tools and SQL Server databases (experience with SQL a plus). ** MUST BE ABLE TO WRITE SAS coding from scratch and write more complex reports. NOT drop ang drop" or following templates -NOT looking for that experience, NOT looking for modifying current reports.  </p><p>Proven ability to manage operational risks through automated and manual reporting.</p><p>Exceptional communication skills for effective collaboration across teams.</p><p>Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.</p><p>Self-motivated, dependable, and professional work ethic.</p><p>Qualifications:</p><p>Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.</p><p>Proficiency in SAS is required. MUST BE ABLE TO WRITE SAS coding from scratch and write more complex reports. NOT drop ang drop" or following templates -NOT looking for that experience, NOT looking for modifying current reports.  </p><p>Experience in operational/business analysis preferred, with process improvement or process mapping being a significant plus.</p><p>Compensation: Up to $100K (PERM Direct Hire)</p><p>For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume directly to Carrie Danger (email on LinkedIn profile) or ONE-CLICK APPLY to this specific posting. You can also reach Carrie Danger by cell at 515-991-0863 for more information.</p>
  • 2025-11-14T02:48:51Z
General Office Clerk
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.23 - 25.74 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an office coordinator join a company on a part-time basis in the heart of Valley Junction. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in supporting daily office operations and ensuring a seamless experience for staff and visitors. The role requires a proactive approach to managing supplies, coordinating services, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor communications, coordinating services and maintaining effective relationships.</p><p>• Plan and manage staff lunches, including ordering meals, addressing dietary preferences, and ensuring timely delivery.</p><p>• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in lunch areas by organizing and performing regular cleanups.</p><p>• Keep the office fridge stocked with beverages and food items, ensuring inventory levels meet the needs of the team.</p><p>• Oversee the ordering of supplies for the kitchen, office, and bathrooms, ensuring all areas are well-stocked.</p><p>• Deliver excellent customer service by addressing staff and visitor inquiries in a thoughtful and approachable manner</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in a role where you can utilize your customer service, and administrative skills, please APPLY TODAY! Please apply through our Robert Half website or call 515.706.4974.</p>
  • 2025-11-03T16:28:59Z