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13 results for Entry Level Accounting Clerk in Des Moines, IA

Bookkeeper

Indianola, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
Are you a skilled bookkeeper with at least 3 years of experience in bookkeeping and payroll? Do you love working with clients and enjoy diving into QuickBooks like it’s your favorite hobby? Do you have a personality that lights up the room and leadership skills to match? Then read on, because we’ve got the perfect role for YOU!We’re helping a well-established CPA firm in Indianola find their next bookkeeping superstar to replace a beloved team member retiring at the end of the year. What You’ll Be Doing<ul><li>Manage a variety of bookkeeping tasks for 15+ client accounts, with a focus on accuracy and exceptional service.</li><li>Take the reins on payroll duties and standard bookkeeping tasks.</li><li>Rock out with QuickBooks – because you’re basically a pro at it!</li><li>Be a go-to for the team – not a wallflower, but someone who thrives on collaboration and brings energy and expertise.</li><li>Flexibility during the summer? Yes, please. But be ready for the busy tax season grind, primarily just in January for the Bookkeepers to get out the last W2s and payroll tax returns!</li></ul>
2026-04-13T00:00:00Z

Treasury Accountant

Des Moines, IA
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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. 👋
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Des Moines, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
52000 - 62000 USD / Yearly
Ready to put your accounting education or early career experience to work outside of a traditional desk-only role? Want to actually see how numbers tie to real projects—buildings, renovations, and work you can point to and say “I helped make that happen”?We’re partnering with a well-established, locally respected construction company looking to add an Accountant to their close‑knit accounting team. This is an awesome opportunity for someone early in their career who’s eager to learn, ask questions, and grow into construction accounting with strong mentorship. Why This Role Is Great Early in Your Career<ul><li>Learn project accounting from the ground up</li><li>Hands-on exposure to real projects (not just journal entries)</li><li>Cross‑training across accounting functions</li><li>Work closely with Project Managers, operations, and leadership</li><li>Long‑term mindset: training, stability, and career growth</li></ul>What You’ll Be DoingYou’ll be trained step‑by‑step—construction accounting experience is not required (although it is a bonus of course).<ul><li>Learn and support job costing across multiple active projects</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and receivable</li><li>Help prepare client and project billings</li><li>Track and reconcile project costs with strong attention to detail</li><li>Partner with Project Managers & field teams to keep projects financially on track</li><li>Gain cross‑functional experience across accounting over time</li></ul>Culture & Team Environment<ul><li>Family-oriented, collaborative accounting team</li><li>Leadership is accessible and supportive</li><li>Strong training & mentorship (expect a learning curve—it’s normal)</li><li>People help where help is needed</li><li>Integrity, accountability, and long-term commitment are taken seriously</li></ul>
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Indianola, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Are you an experienced accountant who enjoys rolling up your sleeves, owning your workload, and working closely with clients? Do you know payroll, understand accounting fundamentals beyond debits and credits, and appreciate a firm where people actually talk to each other in person? If that sounds like you, keep reading. We’re partnering with a well-established, locally rooted CPA and accounting firm known for long tenure, loyal clients, and a genuine family-oriented culture. This is a hands-on accounting role supporting a portfolio of ~15–20 clients, with a heavy focus on day-to-day accounting and payroll. You’ll work independently while collaborating closely with leadership and clients in the office in Indianola. What You’ll Be Doing<ul><li>Client-based accounting and bookkeeping services</li><li>Payroll processing, including W-2s, payroll taxes, and filings</li><li>General ledger work, reconciliations, and month-end support</li><li>Supporting multiple entities and industries at once</li><li>Communicating directly with clients and internal team members</li><li>Using QuickBooks (Desktop & Online) and payroll systems</li><li>Participating in cross-training and supporting team coverage as needed</li></ul>Schedule & Flexibility<ul><li>Standard hours: 8:00–5:00</li><li>Memorial Day–Labor Day: Half-day Fridays</li><li>January busy season includes some Saturdays (accounting staff only)</li><li>Remote access available for rare, one-off situations after trust is built</li></ul>
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Accountant

West Des Moines, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Are you an accounting professional with 3–5+ years of experience looking for an opportunity to grow and apply your skills in a dynamic and supportive workplace? We’re seeking an accomplished accountant to join our client's team. Your proven expertise and hands-on experience are what truly matter! Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage general accounting tasks, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and maintaining the general ledger.</li><li>Handle day-to-day financial transactions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and expense reporting.</li><li>Help prepare financial statements and reports in accordance with company guidelines and accounting standards.</li><li>Assist in month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant laws, tax regulations, and company policies.</li><li>Analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and resolve errors promptly.</li><li>Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting processes and best practices.</li></ul>
2026-04-13T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Des Moines, IA
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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>
2026-04-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

West Des Moines, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
A well-established and growing professional services firm is seeking a Staff Accountant 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. Responsibilities Include:<ul><li>Accounts Payable: Manage light AP processing and assist with wire transfers and client funds.</li><li>Bank Reconciliations: Partner with the team to reconcile trust accounts and ensure accuracy of high-volume transactional ledgers.</li><li>Wire Transfers: Monitor, verify, and execute wire transfers while ensuring proper documentation and compliance.</li><li>General Ledger Reviews: Review thousands of ledger entries to ensure financial balance and correct allocation of funds.</li><li>Backup Payroll Support: Serve as a secondary resource for payroll processing and compliance.</li><li>Problem Solving: Investigate and resolve discrepancies or issues related to transactions, accounts, and retainers.</li></ul>
2026-04-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

West Des Moines, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a well-established global organization in West Des Moines, Iowa. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily accounting operations, and helping ensure timely month-end and year-end reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and a solid background in general ledger activity, reconciliations, and account review. Responsibilities: • Oversee accounts receivable activities by monitoring collections, preparing customer account statement distributions, and administering related return and late fee processes. • Conduct detailed analysis of receivable balances to identify trends, resolve discrepancies, and support accurate customer account reporting. • Examine personal property declarations and sales tax documentation prepared by entry-level staff to confirm accuracy and compliance. • Lead daily bank reconciliation efforts and support cash position tracking to help anticipate short-term funding requirements. • Review and post general ledger batch activity each day to maintain accurate and timely financial records. • Coordinate month-end closing tasks, including balance sheet account verification, selected income statement analysis, inventory reconciliation, tax depreciation review, and explanation of financial variances. • Assist with year-end reporting by preparing supporting documentation for financial and tax audit requests. • Maintain recurring journal entries, monitor prepaid and accrued account activity, and keep depreciation schedules for non-leased assets up to date.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Des Moines, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to financial planning, reporting, and analysis while ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and demonstrate expertise in preparing detailed financial statements and supporting audits. Responsibilities:• Prepare and analyze comprehensive financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports for assigned projects.• Complete journal entries, ensuring accuracy in transferring and posting accounts payable and inventory transactions, and maintain supporting documentation.• Perform detailed reconciliations of multiple accounts, maintaining general ledger accuracy and ensuring all monthly activities are accounted for.• Assist in the development of business plans and financial models by providing technical analysis and insights.• Coordinate year-end audits and facilitate the review process with external auditors.• Research and interpret accounting standards, analyzing their implications and supporting accurate financial reporting.• Consolidate financial statements and present findings through clear written and verbal communication formats.• Utilize computer-based tools to create reports, graphs, and charts for financial presentations.• Undertake special projects, developing tailored financial models as needed.
2026-04-13T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Des Moines, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
💡 GAAP Accountants – This One Is Different (Des Moines) We are working with an insurance company that is creating a new Finance Center of Excellence in Des Moines—and they’re hiring a GAAP Senior Accountant to help build it. This role is ideal for someone who: ✔️ Has strong GAAP accounting experience in insurance ✔️ Enjoys rolling up their sleeves and improving messy processes ✔️ Wants real ownership in setting up reporting, controls, and a new GL ✔️ Prefers a flexible, professional, non–micromanaged environment You’ll play a key role in standing up GAAP processes, supporting audits, and shaping the future finance organization as the company grows. 📍 Des Moines (hybrid) 💬 5+ years GAAP / insurance experience Interested in learning more—confidentially? Message or email me at Terra.Williams@Roberthalf com
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Des Moines, IA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Contract position based in Des Moines, Iowa. This role will help maintain the flow of day-to-day financial activities while the broader team remains focused on key project priorities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working through account issues to keep records accurate and current. Responsibilities: • Manage routine accounting activities that support the organization’s daily financial operations. • Process accounts payable transactions accurately and in a timely manner while maintaining proper documentation. • Prepare and review account reconciliations, researching discrepancies and resolving outstanding items. • Support month-end close tasks by organizing entries, validating balances, and meeting reporting deadlines. • Create and post journal entries with a strong focus on accuracy and adherence to accounting standards. • Maintain and analyze general ledger activity to ensure financial records remain complete and reliable. • Use Oracle-generated reports and other available data sources to assist with account review and financial analysis when needed. • Investigate reconciliation clean-up items in detail and recommend practical corrections to improve account accuracy.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

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
2026-04-13T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Ankeny, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
54000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Are you someone who enjoys keeping things organized, takes pride in accuracy, and wants to be part of a team that genuinely enjoys working together? We’re seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing organization with a great culture, upbeat personalities, a laid-back environment, and a true family feel.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants more than just a job. You’ll join a supportive and welcoming team where your contributions are valued, your work makes a difference, and there is real opportunity for growth over time. What You’ll DoIn this role, you’ll support the accounting and administrative functions of the office through a variety of responsibilities, including:<ul><li>Sorting and processing accounts payable</li><li>Preparing and compiling draw request packets twice monthly</li><li>Monitoring receipt of lien waivers and following up as needed</li><li>Maintaining and updating vendor records</li><li>Tracking certificates of insurance</li><li>Processing and submitting biannual property tax payments</li><li>Assembling closing gift totes for sold homes</li><li>Submitting employee payroll hours to the payroll provider</li><li>Maintaining organized files and assisting with general office support</li><li>Providing backup support for answering and directing incoming phone calls</li><li>Organizing and job costing company credit card receipts</li><li>Sorting and distributing incoming mail</li></ul>
2026-04-28T00:00:00Z