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10 results for Cost Accountant in Des Moines, IA

Project Accountant

Ankeny, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 67000 USD / Yearly
Ready to bring your accounting skills to a growing company with an incredible culture? We’re looking for a Project Accountant to join a team that truly puts employees first, lives its core values, and believes great work happens in a collaborative, supportive, and fun environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced setting, and wants to be part of a company where their work makes a real impact. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Process progress and final billings for construction jobs. </li><li>Set up new jobs, budgets, labor rates, and related data in Spectrum. </li><li>Review and update project reports, including CSRs and Overview Reports. </li><li>Partner closely with Project Managers, accounting, and leadership. </li><li>Assist with contractor tax statements and audit support as needed. </li></ul>Why You’ll Love It Here<ul><li>Amazing culture</li><li>Employee-first environment</li><li>Strong values-led leadership</li><li>Collaborative team atmosphere</li><li>Fun activities and positive energy</li><li>Growing company with long-term opportunity</li></ul>If you’re looking for a role where you can contribute, grow, and enjoy the team around you, I'd love to connect!
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Inventory Accountant

Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
62400 - 72800 USD / Yearly
Are you an accounting professional who enjoys solving problems, working with data, and collaborating with a team that genuinely supports one another?We're seeking an Inventory Accountant to join a growing organization in Des Moines, IA that believes great results begin with great people. This is an opportunity to become part of a company that values integrity, teamwork, accountability, innovation, and respect in everything it does. What You'll Be DoingInventory Management & Analysis<ul><li>Review, process, and reconcile inventory transactions across a large retail network.</li><li>Analyze inventory variances and research discrepancies.</li><li>Calculate and monitor inventory shrink and related adjustments.</li><li>Perform weekly and monthly inventory reconciliations.</li><li>Balance sales, delivery, and return activity to ensure inventory accuracy.</li><li>Maintain the integrity of inventory and accounting databases.</li></ul>Collaboration & Problem Solving<ul><li>Partner with Operations and Distribution teams to resolve inventory issues.</li><li>Investigate root causes and recommend solutions.</li><li>Support continuous improvement efforts that enhance efficiency and reduce costs.</li><li>Assist with special projects and provide backup support for accounting functions as needed.</li></ul>Financial Accuracy<ul><li>Ensure inventory activity is properly reflected within accounting systems.</li><li>Support accurate reporting and financial controls.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive financial information.</li></ul>Why Work Here:Our culture is built on collaboration. Team members are encouraged to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that make a real impact. If you're looking for a workplace where your contributions are valued and your voice is heard, we'd love to meet you!
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
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.About Us: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.What You’ll Do:In this essential role, you’ll take ownership of accounting processes and help ensure seamless financial operations. Responsibilities include:<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>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Growth Opportunities: Expand your capabilities with hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development.</li><li>Supportive Team Culture: Collaborate with motivated professionals in an environment that values innovation and teamwork.</li><li>Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly support our organization’s financial success.</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Johnston, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a multi-entity environment in Johnston, Iowa. This role is ideal for someone in finance who can manage monthly close activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and contribute to budgeting and financial analysis. The position also partners closely with internal stakeholders to improve processes, maintain strong controls, and support key compliance and audit-related activities. Responsibilities: • Direct the month-end close process across four entities, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring financial records are completed accurately and on schedule. • Oversee cash activity by monitoring daily balances, supporting payroll and accounts payable funding needs, and helping manage disbursement-related tax obligations. • Produce internal financial reports for leadership that highlight operating results, trends, and other key performance insights. • Analyze margin performance and research meaningful variances between budgeted and actual results to support informed decision-making. • Partner with department leadership on the annual budgeting process and contribute to broader forecasting efforts within the finance team. • Gather and organize financial information needed for annual tax filings, insurance renewals, and other recurring compliance requirements. • Maintain fixed asset, construction in progress, depreciation, prepaid, and amortization schedules while ensuring related records remain current and accurate. • Evaluate internal controls, recommend process improvements, and support the implementation of more effective accounting policies and procedures. • Coordinate with accounts payable on invoice review and approval workflows and assist with preparation for external and state audit activities when needed. • Serve as a knowledgeable resource on the financial reporting system by supporting current staff and helping train new team members.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

West Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support external reporting and complex financial accounting activities in Iowa. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist with a strong background in public accounting and public company reporting who can manage technical accounting matters while meeting strict filing deadlines. The role will work closely with internal teams and corporate stakeholders to deliver accurate financial statements, regulatory filings, and audit support. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review quarterly and annual external reporting filings, including Form 10-Q and Form 10-K, to ensure timely and accurate submission • Execute technical accounting evaluations and translate accounting conclusions into clear, compliant financial statement reporting • Oversee consolidated financial reporting activities, including intercompany eliminations, variable interest entity considerations, and cash flow statement preparation • Interpret and apply U.S. GAAP and external reporting disclosure requirements, including the adoption of newly issued accounting standards • Investigate reporting fluctuations and account variances by performing detailed financial analysis and documenting key conclusions • Collaborate with cross-functional business partners and parent company contacts to gather information and meet reporting timelines • Develop financial statement analytics and maintain compliance with disclosure checklists and supporting documentation requirements • Support external audit and regulatory review processes by preparing workpapers, responding to inquiries, and providing analysis as needed
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

West Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Our client, a growing manufacturing company in West Des Moines, is looking to add a Senior Accountant to their team. This is a great opportunity for someone with 3–4 years of experience who wants to build on a strong accounting foundation while gaining exposure to reporting, analysis, and process improvement in a collaborative environment. In this role, you’ll be involved in core accounting functions like general ledger work, reconciliations, month-end close, and journal entries, while also partnering with the team on financial reporting and ad hoc analysis. It’s a strong fit for someone coming from manufacturing, construction, or public accounting who enjoys digging into the details, working in Excel, and finding ways to improve processes. Key responsibilities include: • Supporting month-end and year-end close, including reconciliations and variance analysis• Preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate supporting documentation• Assisting with financial reporting, data analysis, and ad hoc requests from leadership• Entering and maintaining financial and operational data within accounting and ERP systems• Helping support AP and AR processes as needed• Building and maintaining Excel files used for reporting, tracking, and reconciliations (including pivot tables)• Following internal controls and accounting procedures while helping identify efficiencies and process improvements This role offers the chance to join a growing company where you can contribute right away, continue developing your technical skills, and gain broader exposure within a dynamic accounting team.
2026-07-13T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
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! 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. 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.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.Work alongside a supportive Controller and become an essential right-hand partner in driving change and ensuring accuracy. Reach out today referencing JO# 01500-0013259857
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Treasury Accountant

Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
📢 Des Moines Finance & Insurance Talent I’m partnering with a growing insurance organization in Des Moines that’s building out a Finance Center of Excellence and adding a Treasury / Middle Office Accounting professional to the team. This is a hands‑on role focused on cash management, wire activity, reconciliations, and treasury operations, with the opportunity to help build processes, controls, and best practices from the ground up. The environment is entrepreneurial, lean, and ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy and impact. ✔ Insurance industry experience required✔ Hybrid flexibility (not fully remote)✔ Competitive compensation + bonus potential If you’re curious or know someone who might be a fit, feel free to message me directly. 👋
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Ames, IA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join a growing team in Ames, Iowa. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, billing, payroll, reconciliations, and administrative functions. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting fundamentals, excellent organizational skills, and hands-on experience with Sage 300 CRE. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process accounts payable, billing, payroll, and accounts receivable activities.</li><li>Reconcile bank statements, general ledger accounts, and financial transactions.</li><li>Support month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and sales/use tax filings.</li><li>Maintain accounting records, assist with audits, and ensure regulatory compliance.</li><li>Perform administrative duties including data entry, filing, customer service, and office support.</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

West Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We’re partnering with a growing, stable organization to add an Accounting Specialist to their team. This is a well-rounded role where you’ll get exposure to both Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general accounting operations.If you enjoy being hands-on, working cross-functionally, and contributing to process improvement, this is a great fit! What You’ll Be Doing<ul><li>Process high-volume vendor invoices, including coding, approvals, and payment processing (check/ACH)</li><li>Manage accounts receivable, including invoicing, cash application, and collections follow-up</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts to ensure accuracy</li><li>Maintain and update customer and vendor records</li><li>Assist with account reconciliations and support month-end close</li><li>Help manage billing cycles and customer accounts, including recurring or contract billing</li><li>Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies or payment issues</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams (operations, sales, leadership) to improve processes and communication</li><li>Support additional administrative or accounting projects as needed</li></ul>Why Consider This Role<ul><li>Stable, team-oriented environments with strong employee tenure</li><li>Opportunity to work across multiple areas of accounting, not just one function</li><li>Flexible leadership styles that value autonomy and collaboration</li><li>Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency</li><li>Competitive compensation + potential for bonus</li></ul>
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z