12 Results for Financial Systems Director Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Cobol Mainframe Systems Programmer

Des Moines, IA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
- USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Cobol Mainframe Systems Programmer to support critical enterprise applications in Des Moines, Iowa. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who combines strong IBM mainframe programming expertise with a solid understanding of insurance-related business processes. The role focuses on building, troubleshooting, and enhancing core systems while partnering with business and technical teams to deliver reliable solutions. Responsibilities: • Develop, test, troubleshoot, and maintain COBOL-based applications running in an IBM mainframe environment. • Support production and project work involving core mainframe components, including CICS and related application services. • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate insurance, actuarial, and financial business needs into effective technical solutions. • Analyze existing system behavior, identify defects, and implement code changes that improve stability and performance. • Assist with integration and data exchange activities involving mainframe applications and connected SQL Server-based systems. • Document program logic, technical updates, and support procedures to promote consistency and maintainability. • Participate in application enhancement efforts tied to policy administration or annuity and life insurance processing platforms. • Contribute to ongoing support for specialized environments such as LifePRO or comparable insurance administration systems when applicable.
2026-10-27T20:04:11Z

Investment Data & Operations Analyst

West Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for an Investment Data & Operations Analyst to support the integrity, control, and oversight of investment data and related accounting operations in Des Moines. This role plays a key part in maintaining dependable data, investigating exceptions, and helping ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory alignment for investment portfolios. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in investment accounting or operations, works confidently across systems and stakeholders, and thrives in a detail-oriented environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Review new security and purchase yield data and resolve discrepancies with internal teams and external managers</li><li>Maintain security master records to ensure complete, accurate, and well-governed investment data</li><li>Research and resolve breaks involving security attributes, accruals, and amortization/accretion schedules</li><li>Partner with accounting, reporting, technology, policy, and portfolio teams to support reconciliations and downstream processing</li><li>Research accounting and reporting treatment for specialized investment topics</li><li>Serve as a resource for investment data, reporting classifications, and system functionality</li><li>Support testing for system updates, data feeds, and reconciliation tools</li><li>Prepare summaries of reconciliation activity, trends, and open issues for leadership</li><li>Assist with additional operational and cross-functional projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-15T17:39:24Z

Office Manager

Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
62400.00 - 72800.00 USD / Yearly
Office ManagerAbout the OpportunityWe're seeking a hands-on Office Manager to lead daily operations, support a high-performing team, and ensure exceptional customer service. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing people leadership, operational oversight, and administrative responsibilities while helping a business run efficiently.The successful candidate will be a proactive leader who can confidently manage multiple priorities, support staff development, maintain operational excellence, and deliver a positive experience for both employees and customers.This role offers the opportunity to learn from an experienced leader and step into a key position with long-term growth potential.Key ResponsibilitiesOffice Operations<ul><li>Oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy office environment.</li><li>Ensure the office remains organized, professional, and running efficiently.</li><li>Coordinate office supplies, equipment, and facility needs.</li><li>Identify process improvements and help implement operational efficiencies.</li><li>Monitor administrative workflows to ensure accuracy and timely completion.</li></ul>Team Leadership<ul><li>Lead, support, and develop a team of approximately 10 employees.</li><li>Create and maintain staff schedules to ensure appropriate coverage.</li><li>Provide training, coaching, and ongoing support to team members.</li><li>Communicate expectations clearly and foster accountability.</li><li>Promote a positive, collaborative, and customer-focused culture.</li><li>Step in to assist with operational responsibilities as business needs require.</li></ul>Customer Service & Communication<ul><li>Serve as a point of contact for customers and clients.</li><li>Answer questions, provide information, and guide individuals through company processes.</li><li>Handle sensitive situations with professionalism, compassion, and confidence.</li><li>Resolve issues and escalate concerns when appropriate.</li><li>Deliver a high level of customer service while balancing business objectives.</li></ul>Administrative & Reporting Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee operational reporting and recordkeeping.</li><li>Ensure required documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted on schedule.</li><li>Review activities for accuracy and compliance with company procedures.</li><li>Monitor operational metrics and communicate updates to leadership.</li><li>Support financial tracking and administrative processes.</li></ul>
2026-10-30T21:43:44Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

West Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Guide and mentor investment accounting staff, creating a collaborative team culture focused on accountability, skill development, and strong execution.• Direct the month-end close process for investment-related activity, ensuring journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger results are completed accurately and on schedule.• Manage the accounting and financial reporting for a broad investment portfolio, maintaining consistency with applicable insurance and corporate reporting standards.• Work closely with Finance, Treasury, Actuarial, Investment Management, Operations, and external auditors to ensure transactions are properly recorded and disclosures are complete.• Deliver analysis and reporting that helps leadership evaluate results, support capital planning, and make informed strategic decisions.• Monitor changes in accounting guidance, regulatory expectations, and market developments, then advise leadership on potential business and reporting impacts.• Lead initiatives that streamline workflows, expand automation, and improve efficiency while reinforcing a strong control environment.• Support internal and external audits, examinations, and regulatory reviews by preparing documentation, addressing questions, and coordinating timely responses.• Oversee prioritization of team responsibilities and resource allocation to meet deadlines and align department efforts with organizational goals.• Act as the internal point of expertise for investment accounting matters and provide guidance to business partners across the organization.
2026-10-16T14:04:36Z

Accounting Specialist

Des Moines, IA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
We're seeking an experienced General Accounting Specialist for a contract assignment with a well-established organization. This role is ideal for accounting professionals who enjoy stepping into new environments, learning a business quickly, and providing immediate value across multiple accounting functions. The ideal candidate will bring a well-rounded accounting background and the ability to work independently while partnering with operations, leadership, and cross-functional teams. Important NoteThis is a contract assignment. We are specifically seeking accounting professionals who are open to project-based, interim, consulting, or contract opportunities.If you're an experienced accounting professional who enjoys variety, solving problems, and adding value quickly, we'd love to connect with you. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and cash application functions</li><li>Perform reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance</li><li>Assist with month-end close and financial reporting activities</li><li>Research and resolve accounting discrepancies while improving processes</li><li>Partner with operations, purchasing, and leadership teams to support business objectives</li></ul>
2026-11-06T19:08:44Z

Assistant Controller

Winterset, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is assisting an industry leader in hiring an Assistant Controller to support financial operations and help maintain accurate, timely reporting for the organization in Southwest Iowa. This role partners closely with accounting leadership to strengthen close processes, uphold ledger integrity, and contribute to audit readiness. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to manage priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Lead key activities tied to the monthly close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is complete and accurate.• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, researching discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.• Prepare internal and external financial reports that provide clear insight into business performance and compliance requirements.• Support annual and interim audit activities by organizing schedules, responding to inquiries, and coordinating required documentation.• Assist with the development and review of financial statements to ensure accuracy and adherence to applicable standards.• Partner with accounting and operational teams to improve reporting workflows, strengthen controls, and enhance process consistency.
2026-10-23T22:13:45Z

Sr. Java Software Engineer

West Des Moines, IA
remote
Temporary to Hire
- USD / Hourly
We are looking for a senior-level software engineer to join a contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role, supporting life insurance technology initiatives in West Des Moines, Iowa. This role will guide technical direction across policy administration and connected enterprise platforms, helping deliver resilient, secure, and scalable solutions that support both customer and operational needs. The ideal candidate brings deep Java engineering expertise, strong integration experience, and the ability to influence architecture, delivery, and modernization efforts in a complex distributed environment. Responsibilities: • Provide technical leadership for solution design and implementation across policy administration applications and interconnected enterprise systems. • Build and enhance software components using Java, Spring Boot, Angular, TypeScript, and integration technologies to support business-critical insurance capabilities. • Drive end-to-end architecture decisions by assessing dependencies, integration points, and system impacts across upstream and downstream platforms. • Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver APIs, data flows, and middleware integrations that connect customer-facing tools, operational systems, and reporting environments. • Lead design reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions to promote maintainable engineering standards and sound architectural choices. • Support deployment and delivery practices through CI/CD pipelines, containerized applications, Kubernetes, and modern DevSecOps approaches. • Investigate and resolve complex production issues spanning applications, APIs, databases, middleware, and enterprise support systems. • Recommend solution placement across application, integration, and data layers to ensure capabilities are implemented in the most effective technology domain. • Contribute to technical roadmaps, modernization planning, and engineering improvements that strengthen long-term platform performance and scalability.
2026-10-13T20:53:43Z

Staff Accountant

West Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations in West Des Moines, Iowa. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing routine accounting entries, and ensuring account balances are properly supported. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in general ledger activity and reconciliations, along with the ability to manage daily accounting tasks with accuracy and consistency. Responsibilities: • Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial transactions are captured accurately and on time. • Maintain general ledger activity by reviewing postings, verifying classifications, and supporting month-end close processes. • Complete account reconciliations on a recurring basis to identify discrepancies and resolve outstanding items promptly. • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and provide clear documentation to support account activity and ending balances. • Reconcile cash accounts by comparing internal records to bank activity and investigating variances as needed. • Assist in reviewing financial data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal accounting procedures. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather supporting information and address accounting-related questions. • Help improve the consistency of accounting records by following established controls and reporting standards.
2026-11-05T22:34:02Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Ames, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Lead and support a small accounting team, providing direction, oversight, and day-to-day guidance to ensure accurate and timely work. • Manage the monthly close process, including review of entries, reconciliations, and financial results. • Oversee payroll administration to help ensure employees are paid correctly and in compliance with applicable requirements. • Analyze financial information and translate data into meaningful insights for organizational leadership and operational partners. • Coordinate with external auditors by preparing documentation, answering questions, and helping facilitate an efficient audit process. • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through careful review of account activity, reconciliations, and supporting documentation. • Prepare and review journal entries and related accounting records to support accurate financial reporting. • Contribute to accounting-related implementation activities tied to the organization’s upcoming ERP initiative. • Identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, internal controls, and the overall efficiency of accounting processes.
2026-10-16T14:04:36Z

Tax Manager - Public

West Des Moines, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
Accounting Opportunity | Tax & Client Advisory LeadershipMany public accounting professionals are asking the same question:"What does the next stage of my career look like if I don't want to spend years climbing a traditional partner track?"I'm partnering with a rapidly growing public accounting organization that continues to expand through acquisition and organic growth and is adding experienced professionals to support increased client demand.This isn't a typical CPA firm.✅ Entrepreneurial culture focused on results rather than billable hour pressure ✅ Opportunity to lead client relationships and become a trusted advisor ✅ Exposure to tax, CAS, and broader financial services resources ✅ Transparent compensation philosophy with strong earning potential tied to production ✅ Future employee ownership opportunity through a planned ESOP structure ✅ Growth-minded leadership with expansion plans across multiple markets ✅ Flexibility and autonomy while still having the support of a larger organizationThey're particularly interested in professionals who:• Have public accounting tax experience • Enjoy building and managing client relationships • Want a voice in the future direction of the office • Are looking for leadership opportunities beyond simply preparing returns • Value collaboration, flexibility, and long-term growthThis is an excellent opportunity for a Tax Manager, Senior Tax Accountant, CPA, EA, or public accounting professional who wants more influence, more opportunity, and a clearer path to future leadership.📩 Message me confidentially if you'd be open to learning more.
2026-11-02T19:53:43Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Waukee, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and support accurate, timely financial reporting in Waukee, Iowa. This role oversees key close activities, strengthens general ledger integrity, and helps ensure the organization is prepared for audit and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide day-to-day processes while improving efficiency across the function. Responsibilities:• Direct monthly closing activities to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.• Oversee general ledger maintenance, including review of account activity and resolution of discrepancies.• Prepare and approve journal entries that support routine and non-routine accounting transactions.• Lead balance sheet and account reconciliation processes, ensuring outstanding items are investigated and cleared promptly.• Coordinate audit support activities by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and assisting with financial statement reviews.• Monitor accounting controls and recommend process improvements that enhance accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.• Supervise daily accounting work, provide guidance to staff, and help prioritize workload across reporting cycles
2026-11-04T16:48:44Z

Full Stack Java Developer (Senior)

Des Moines, IA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
- USD / Hourly
** NOTE: This role is Hybrid ONSITE 4 days per week in Des Moines, IA ** We are looking for a SENIOR Java Software Developer to support banking technology initiatives in Des Moines, Iowa. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a developer who enjoys building reliable applications across both front-end and back-end environments. The role will focus on creating and enhancing enterprise solutions using modern Java frameworks, Angular, and database-driven services while partnering with teams to deliver scalable results. Responsibilities:• Build, enhance, and maintain Java-based applications that support banking operations and business objectives.• Develop user-facing features with JavaScript and Angular to deliver responsive and intuitive web experiences.• Design and implement backend services using Spring, Spring Boot, and Maven within enterprise application environments.• Write, optimize, and troubleshoot SQL and PL/SQL code to support data processing, integration, and application performance.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate functional needs into technical solutions and high-quality software deliverables.• Contribute to API development and system integration work using Java-based service frameworks and RESTful design practices.• Review application performance, resolve defects, and apply coding best practices to improve reliability and maintainability.• Use Excel for analysis, reporting support, or data validation as needed within development and testing activities. ** NOTE: This role is Hybrid ONSITE 4 days per week in Des Moines, IA **
2026-10-27T12:48:45Z

12 results for Financial Systems Director in Des Moines, IA