We are looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join a services organization in Des Moines, Iowa. This role will lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis while providing financial insight that supports strategic decision-making across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong modeling and planning expertise, along with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear recommendations for senior leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the annual budget process and oversee periodic forecasts to ensure financial plans align with business goals.<br>• Build and maintain financial models that evaluate performance trends, operational drivers, and future growth scenarios.<br>• Partner with department leaders to review results, identify variances, and recommend actions to improve financial outcomes.<br>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc management reports that present key metrics, risks, and opportunities in a concise manner.<br>• Analyze revenue, expenses, and profitability to support strategic planning and resource allocation decisions.<br>• Use planning tools, including Adaptive Insights, to enhance reporting accuracy and streamline forecasting activities.<br>• Support leadership with business cases, scenario analysis, and financial guidance for new initiatives and investments.<br>• Strengthen financial planning processes and reporting frameworks to improve visibility and decision support across the organization.
<p>Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for a role that offers both <strong>meaningful work and flexibility</strong>? We’re looking for a <strong>Part-Time Payroll Manager</strong> to join our team in a position that offers <strong>flexible hours</strong> and the opportunity to make an immediate impact.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a great fit for someone who enjoys owning the payroll process, values accuracy and compliance, and wants a schedule that supports work-life balance. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Manage <strong>full-cycle payroll</strong> for both <strong>salaried and hourly employees</strong>. </li><li>Oversee <strong>multi-state payroll</strong> processing and compliance. </li><li>Prepare and file <strong>941s</strong> and support payroll tax reporting requirements. </li><li>Handle payroll-related <strong>taxes, reconciliations, and reporting</strong>. </li><li>Set up and maintain <strong>payroll vendors</strong> and support relationships with third-party providers. </li><li>Administer and report <strong>fringe benefits</strong> accurately. </li><li>Ensure payroll is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with applicable regulations. </li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and support internal teams as needed. </li></ul><p><strong>Why Candidates Will Love This Role</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Part-time opportunity with flexible hours</strong></li><li>A chance to take ownership of an essential business function</li><li>Meaningful, hands-on work in a role where your expertise is valued</li><li>A great opportunity for someone seeking flexibility without stepping away from impactful work</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join a respected family-owned organization in Ames, Iowa. This position offers the chance to lead core accounting operations while supporting sound financial decision-making across the business. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to keep monthly processes, payroll activities, and audit coordination running smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and support a small accounting team, providing direction, oversight, and day-to-day guidance to ensure accurate and timely work.<br>• Manage the monthly close process, including review of entries, reconciliations, and financial results.<br>• Oversee payroll administration to help ensure employees are paid correctly and in compliance with applicable requirements.<br>• Analyze financial information and translate data into meaningful insights for organizational leadership and operational partners.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors by preparing documentation, answering questions, and helping facilitate an efficient audit process.<br>• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through careful review of account activity, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries and related accounting records to support accurate financial reporting.<br>• Contribute to accounting-related implementation activities tied to the organization’s upcoming ERP initiative.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, internal controls, and the overall efficiency of accounting processes.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to oversee investment accounting activities for a leading insurance organization in the Des Moines metro. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to guide a high-performing team while supporting accurate financial reporting, portfolio analysis, and regulatory compliance. The position plays an important part in strengthening controls, improving processes, and delivering insight that informs planning and business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Guide and mentor investment accounting staff, creating a collaborative team culture focused on accountability, skill development, and strong execution.</p><p>• Direct the month-end close process for investment-related activity, ensuring journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger results are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Manage the accounting and financial reporting for a broad investment portfolio, maintaining consistency with applicable insurance and corporate reporting standards.</p><p>• Work closely with Finance, Treasury, Actuarial, Investment Management, Operations, and external auditors to ensure transactions are properly recorded and disclosures are complete.</p><p>• Deliver analysis and reporting that helps leadership evaluate results, support capital planning, and make informed strategic decisions.</p><p>• Monitor changes in accounting guidance, regulatory expectations, and market developments, then advise leadership on potential business and reporting impacts.</p><p>• Lead initiatives that streamline workflows, expand automation, and improve efficiency while reinforcing a strong control environment.</p><p>• Support internal and external audits, examinations, and regulatory reviews by preparing documentation, addressing questions, and coordinating timely responses.</p><p>• Oversee prioritization of team responsibilities and resource allocation to meet deadlines and align department efforts with organizational goals.</p><p>• Act as the internal point of expertise for investment accounting matters and provide guidance to business partners across the organization.</p>