<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Tax Manager to oversee corporate tax strategy and compliance in Des Moines, Iowa. This role involves managing tax provisions, ensuring accurate compliance with regulations, and optimizing tax processes for corporate and partnership entities. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in corporate and partnership tax matters, along with strong leadership skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the preparation and review of partnership and corporate tax filings, ensuring accuracy of supporting schedules and fixed asset records (including depreciation methods and useful lives).</li><li>Guide the development of tax calculations and related schedules to support compliance and reporting needs.</li><li>Manage quarterly estimated tax payments and ensure deadlines are met.</li><li>Serve as the primary contact for Federal and State tax notices, preparing timely and thorough responses.</li><li>Drive the tax planning process, including research and recommendations on complex tax matters.</li><li>Oversee sales, use, and excise tax compliance while providing ongoing education to internal teams.</li><li>Evaluate and advise on tax impacts of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. In this role, you will lead key financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations while driving efficiency and accuracy across operations. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with internal departments and external auditors to deliver high-quality financial insights and solutions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and approve journal entries during the financial close process, ensuring accurate ledger reconciliations and insightful analysis of business trends.<br>• Manage quarterly reinsurance settlements, ensuring compliance and timely reporting.<br>• Perform and review monthly balance sheet and transaction reconciliations to maintain financial integrity.<br>• Supervise the preparation and review of quarterly and annual statutory filings for life and health insurance companies, coordinating with various departments to meet deadlines.<br>• Prepare and review financial statements and reports required by auditors and regulatory agencies, providing detailed financial analysis and project support.<br>• Assist with external audits and examinations by compiling work papers, analyzing data, and preparing reports.<br>• Research and respond to ad-hoc requests, including life and annuity business analysis, rating agency data, and inquiries from state insurance departments.<br>• Evaluate internal controls, recommending improvements to workflows and procedures to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-known construction company in Des Moines to find a <strong>Controller</strong> with exceptional financial management, construction project accounting, and leadership expertise. If you thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven industry and are looking for your next career move, this opportunity is for you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Areas of Responsibility:</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Financial Management</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Oversee General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), payroll, and banking operations.</li><li>Manage annual financial audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Mentor and supervise accounting staff, fostering development and performance.</li><li>Partner with operations, estimating, and executive leadership</li><li>Drive process improvements to enhance workflows and efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>Project Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee job costing and Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.</li><li>Track and report on project profitability, budgets, variances, and billing.</li><li>Collaborate with project managers and estimators to ensure cost controls are maintained.</li><li>Handle billings, subcontractor payments, and lien waiver administration.</li></ul><p><strong>Cash Flow, Budget and Forecast</strong></p><ul><li>Lead annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and project-specific financial plans.</li><li>Monitor cash flow to maintain optimal operating capital.</li><li>Conduct financial analysis to identify risk, opportunity, and cost-saving measures.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance and Internal Controls</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with regulations, internal controls, and payroll standards.</li><li>Prepare required reports for bonding, insurance, and financing.</li><li>Ensure adherence to labor laws, union reporting, and wage regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a local firm in their desire to hire an experienced Tax Manager in West Des Moines, IA. This role offers the opportunity to lead and oversee critical tax-related functions, including compliance, planning, and reporting for a variety of entities as well as some bookkeeping and payroll preparation. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in corporate tax returns, annual tax provisions, and a deep understanding of tax software systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation and review of annual income tax provisions to ensure compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Manage corporate tax return filings for various entities, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Provide guidance on entity formation and its tax implications.</p><p>• Conduct thorough analysis of tax liabilities and opportunities for savings.</p><p>• Oversee sales tax filings and compliance across applicable jurisdictions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address complex tax issues and implement solutions.</p><p>• Monitor changes in tax regulations and ensure company practices remain compliant.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategies to optimize tax efficiency.</p><p>• Train and mentor team members on best practices in tax preparation and compliance.</p>
Tremendous opportunity to join this organization that is truly making a difference in the lives of many! In this hands on Accounting Manager role you will:<br>• Lead the monthly closings of financial records, preparation of related journal entries and supervises timely and efficient performance of cash and electronic disbursements and corresponding payroll and tax withholding liabilities. <br>• Assist the Finance Manager in the budgeting and forecasting process.<br>• Monitor, managers and reports cash flows to senior leadership for coverage of payroll, accounts payable and other paid items.<br>• Oversee banking relationships including Administration or electronic user rights.<br>• Provide information gathering/reporting for 990 tax returns as well as annual property and liability insurance renewals.<br>• Help develop methodology and processes for accounting for costs and revenues on a service basis.<br>• Suggest modifications or recommend new efficient and effective accounting policies and procedures.<br>• Assist the Controller in organizing and coordinating work with external auditors and state auditors.<br>• Responsible for Corporate credit card site. Assigning approvers, maintaining GL structure and assuring cardholders review and code charges on a monthly basis.<br>• Assist in monthly Finance meeting to review financial reporting at multiple locations<br>• Monitor timely approval of AP related transaction.<br>• Oversee staff accountants in daily work activities or projects.<br><br>In order to be considered for this role you must have a BA in Accounting, 7+ years related experience (some of which must be in healthcare or non-profit) as well as some supervisory experience.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Ames, Iowa. This Contract-to-Permanent position offers the opportunity to support essential financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, cost accounting, and invoice management. If you are skilled in bookkeeping and have experience with accounting software like QuickBooks or Sage, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain detailed records of transactions and reconcile discrepancies when necessary.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes with accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Process invoices and verify payment records to ensure compliance with financial policies.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements and reports for internal and external use.</p><p>• Assist in cost accounting tasks to support budgeting and financial planning efforts.</p><p>• Perform data entry tasks to update and maintain accounting databases.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely completion of accounting projects.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks or Sage software to manage financial data and generate reports.</p><p>• Communicate with vendors and clients to address payment inquiries and resolve issues.</p>
We are on the hunt for a Tax Director/Manager - Corporate to be an integral part of our team. Based in Urbandale, Iowa, this role is pivotal in managing income tax provisions, supporting tax planning and forecasting, and overseeing tax diligence on new acquisitions and investments. This role is in the corporate sector and is a unique opportunity to contribute to an industry-leading company.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Oversee the accurate and efficient processing of monthly income tax provisions<br>• Assist in the consolidation process for tax account roll-forward schedules on a monthly basis<br>• Prepare the quarterly tax reserve and manage estimates paid to federal and state authorities<br>• Review and maintain accurate records of cash tax work papers<br>• Contribute to tax planning and forecasting initiatives to optimize financial outcomes<br>• Manage and oversee tax diligence for new acquisitions and investments, leading analysis from a tax perspective<br>• Prepare and review property tax renderings and reports, and support all tax assessment valuations and abatements<br>• Leverage skills in 'Annual Income Tax Provision', 'Tax - Multi-state', 'Tax - Corporate' to ensure effective tax management and compliance.
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable <strong>Bookkeeper</strong> to join our team, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients. This role will involve standard bookkeeping duties, including general accounting tasks and payroll processing, while allowing opportunities for cross-training to expand your skills. If you enjoy working with a variety of clients, thrive on organization, and have expertise with QuickBooks, we’d love to hear from you!</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>General Bookkeeping:</strong> Manage day-to-day bookkeeping duties for a variety of clients across different industries, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.</li><li><strong>Payroll Processing:</strong> Handle payroll processing tasks for multiple clients with accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li><strong>Client Management:</strong> Maintain professional relationships with an assigned portfolio of approximately 17 clients, ensuring their financial needs and bookkeeping items are met timely.</li><li><strong>Software Utilization:</strong> Work with both <strong>QuickBooks Desktop</strong> and <strong>QuickBooks Online</strong> to manage client accounts efficiently.</li><li><strong>Cross-Training & Collaboration:</strong> Participate in cross-training initiatives to enhance knowledge of best practices across industries and provide backup support as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A leading marketing and distribution company in the Des Moines area is looking to add a Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team! This would be a great opportunity for someone with inventory accounting experience! </p><p>Main Responsibilities:</p><p>· Match invoices to purchase orders and warehouse receipts and enter into accounting system</p><p>· Research discrepancies and escalate as needed to resolve</p><p>· Ensure timely payment to vendors (checks, ACH, wires) and record payments accurately</p><p>· Reconcile accounts payable detail to general ledger daily</p><p>· Reconcile vendor statements to the general ledger monthly</p><p>· Communicate effectively with vendors and internal departments to resolve issues</p><p>· Posts customer payments by recording cash, check, ACH, wire and EFT transactions</p><p>· Apply customer payments to correct invoice using Excell software and accounting programs</p><p> </p><p>Why work for this company:</p><p>This company strives to show appreciation to their employees by hosting company events and showing individual recognition to each employee! If you are looking for a company that has a very relaxed and fun work environment and allows you the opportunity to have your voice be heard, then this may be the place for you!</p>
<p>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!</p><p>We’re helping a well-established CPA firm in <strong>Indianola</strong> find their next bookkeeping superstar to replace a beloved team member retiring at the end of the year.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Manage a variety of bookkeeping tasks for <strong>15+ client accounts</strong>, with a focus on accuracy and exceptional service.</li><li>Take the reins on <em>payroll duties</em> and standard bookkeeping tasks.</li><li>Rock out with <strong>QuickBooks</strong> – 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><p><br></p>
<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>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Office Administrator to join our team in Johnston, Iowa. In this role, you will support various administrative and accounting functions to ensure smooth operations across office and fabrication shop activities. Your expertise will help streamline processes, maintain records, and facilitate communication among internal teams and external stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily office operations, including supplies, equipment maintenance, and facility upkeep.</p><p>• Coordinate phone calls, mail handling, meeting schedules, and onboarding tasks for new employees.</p><p>• Assist in processing accounts payable invoices using TimberScan, ensuring accuracy and resolving vendor payment discrepancies.</p><p>• Provide administrative support by tracking schedules, managing deliveries, and preparing project documentation.</p><p>• Maintain accurate project records and assist in pre-construction activities such as bid collection and cost tracking.</p><p>• Facilitate effective communication between office staff, field teams, shop personnel, and external partners.</p><p>• Organize fabrication drawings, track inventory, and oversee shipping documentation processes.</p><p>• Support shop workers by managing logs, preparing reports, and coordinating material procurement.</p><p>• Plan and coordinate safety events while ensuring proper documentation and communication between offices.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to improve workflows and maintain confidentiality in all administrative tasks.</p>
<p><strong>🚀 Job Posting: Accounting Manager – Hybrid Opportunity</strong></p><p>✨ <strong>Ready to make an impact and build something new?</strong> If you have <strong>3+ years of public accounting or corporate accounting experience</strong>, along with your <strong>CPA</strong>, this could be your next big career move!</p><p>💼 <strong>As an Accounting Manager</strong>, you’ll take the lead on:</p><p>🔑 Overseeing the <strong>financial close process</strong> and guiding a team</p><p>🔧 Creating and improving <strong>workflows, processes, and procedures</strong></p><p>🌟 Tackling <strong>technical accounting challenges</strong> and providing innovative solutions</p><p>🤝 Collaborating directly with the <strong>VP of Finance</strong> to refine strategy and drive success</p><p>📍 <strong>Perks of the role:</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>Hybrid schedule</strong> for balance & flexibility</p><p>📈 <strong>Growth opportunities</strong> to elevate your career</p><p>🏆 A positive culture that values <strong>impactful contributions</strong></p><p>💰 <strong>Compensation:</strong> DOE</p><p>If you're ready to leverage your expertise, solve meaningful challenges, and lead with purpose, this could be the dynamic role you’ve been waiting for! 💡</p>
<p><strong>Join a team that values accuracy, integrity, and customer care.</strong> A well-established and growing company is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable <strong>Accounts Receivable Specialist</strong> to support their financial operations and ensure timely collections that drive healthy cash flow. If you enjoy working with numbers, solving problems, and collaborating across departments, this is the opportunity for you!</p><p><br></p><p>💼 <strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><p><strong>Accounts Receivable Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Post customer payments (cash, check, credit card, ACH, wire, EFT) with precision</li><li>Apply payments to correct invoices using Excell software and accounting systems</li><li>Investigate and resolve short payments, deductions, and unpaid invoices</li><li>Provide courteous and timely support to customers via phone and email</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting Support</strong></p><ul><li>Review warehouse return paperwork for accuracy</li><li>Process monthly credit memos to customer accounts</li><li>Reconcile return quantities in the returns warehouse</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain confidentiality and uphold company values</li><li>Adapt to changing priorities and support team needs as required</li></ul><p><strong>Why work here:</strong></p><p>If you are seeking a company that fosters a collaborative and supportive environment where your contributions matter and you want to be part of a team that values precision, adaptability, and continuous improvement—all while helping deliver exceptional service to customers, then you won't want to miss out on this opportunity! </p>
We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Johnston, Iowa. The role involves comprehensive management of accounts payable operations in our organization. The primary responsibilities include efficient processing of invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring adherence to our internal policies and regulatory standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Efficiently process and verify invoices, ensuring their accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures.<br>• Maintain and update vendor information in the accounting system, ensuring all data is current and accurate.<br>• Handle inquiries from vendors in a detail oriented and timely manner, addressing payment status, discrepancies, and account issues.<br>• Conduct regular reviews and reconciliations of purchase orders, contracts, and statements to ensure accurate and authorized payments.<br>• Prepare and process various payment modes such as check runs, ACH payments, and credit card payments, adhering to established schedules.<br>• Maintain and update payment records, reconciling accounts payable ledgers on a monthly basis.<br>• Collaborate with other departments like purchasing, receiving, and finance to resolve discrepancies and ensure proper documentation for payments.<br>• Participate in audits, providing necessary documentation to auditors as required.<br>• Ensure compliance with specific billing regulations, including HIPAA and other regulatory requirements related to finance.<br>• Monitor and report on outstanding payables, ensuring timely payments and identifying any potential issues or discrepancies.<br>• Support continuous improvement initiatives for accounts payable processes and systems.
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Audit Manager - Public in the thriving industry of public accounting. Based in a vibrant city in Iowa, the successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing a range of audit activities and contributing to the firm's growth and development. <br><br>Responsibilities: <br><br>• Lead, plan, and execute audits with precision and efficiency<br>• Supervise a team of audit professionals, ensuring all tasks are performed accurately and on schedule<br>• Foster clear communication and strong relationships with clients, addressing their needs and concerns promptly<br>• Identify potential audit risks and devise effective strategies to manage them<br>• Collaborate with partners to strategize and seize new business opportunities<br>• Stay updated with the latest auditing regulations and standards, applying this knowledge to daily operations<br>• Contribute to the detail-oriented development of staff through mentoring, training, and performance evaluations<br>• Utilize various accounting software systems to facilitate audit processes<br>• Develop and implement audit programs and plans to ensure comprehensive audit engagements.
Are you a people-first leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment? Our growing client company is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to lead a talented team and help drive operational excellence across departments. <br> What You’ll Do As the Accounting Manager, you’ll oversee a large AP/AR team and serve as a key liaison between departments. You’ll: Lead and coach the AP/AR team with empathy and accountability Collaborate across departments to resolve customer issues and streamline operations Manage vendor contracts, payment schedules, and customer account activity Drive process improvements and digitization using ERP systems Foster a positive, open, and efficient team culture What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a true leader — someone who’s approachable, communicative, and strategic. The ideal candidate will: Be a strong coach and communicator across all levels Have experience managing accounting teams of 5+ individuals Be comfortable working in the “grey space” where flexibility and judgment are key Be open-minded, collaborative, and excited to create scalable processes Know how to prioritize, delegate, and teach with patience Why Join? Be part of a growing company with a strong reputation Work with a team that’s positive, receptive, and eager to learn Help shape the future of accounting operations Make a real impact across departments and processes