<p>Feeling like you've outgrown your current accounting role?</p><p>A well-established Des Moines manufacturer is looking for an accounting professional who wants more ownership, leadership exposure, and the opportunity to help shape the future of the accounting function.</p><p>Perfect for someone with manufacturing accounting experience who's ready for the next step.</p><p><br></p><p>Our esteemed manufacturing client is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Accountant to join their team in Des Moines, Iowa. This is an "In-office" role that promises to be both impactful and fulfilling. As part of this role, hands-on account reconciliations, in-depth work in the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and executing Journal Entries are essential tasks.</p><p>The hired individual will manage intercompany transactions and take charge of the "use tax" process. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team comprising veterans in manufacturing who have in-depth knowledge and expertise to share.</p><p>The position offers a concise, clear path to promotion, with the potential of developing into roles such as Assistant Controller and even Controller. This is an exciting opportunity to take your 3+ years of manufacturing experience to the next level and make a significant difference.</p><p>Primary Roles & Responsibilities:</p><p>• Fixed assets accounting • Month-end close operations • Creating and posting Journal Entries • Managing Sales & Use tax • Conducting Balance Sheet account reconciliations • Performing Bank Reconciliations • Handling Intercompany transactions • Capital approval and tracking • Working with ERP systems (experience with AS400 is a plus) • Maintaining and enhancing Internal controls</p><p>Qualifications:</p><p>To be considered for this role, applicants must have a minimum of 3 years' experience within a manufacturing accounting environment. Proficiency in the use of ERP systems is advantageous, particularly with AS400.</p><p>If you believe you can meet these responsibilities and qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your accounting career!</p>
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.<br><br>Experience in a Staff Accountant, General Ledger Accountant, or similar hands-on accounting position.<br><br>Strong understanding of journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.<br><br>Experience working with general ledger accounting software or ERP systems.<br><br>Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.<br><br>Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate with a small accounting team.<br><br>Willingness to assist with both accounting and administrative responsibilities.<br><br>Preferred Qualifications<br><br>CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification is a plus.<br><br>Experience with Sage Intacct is highly desirable.<br><br>Experience with comparable ERP systems, including Sage products or Acumatica, is beneficial.<br><br>Previous experience with sales tax filings, business registrations, or other corporate compliance activities.
Key Responsibilities<br>• Grant Writing & Proposal Development: Independently develop competitive NIH, NSF, HRSA, foundation, and other grant proposals, including narratives, specific aims, project descriptions, and supporting documentation.<br>• Funding Strategy: Identify grant opportunities, evaluate institutional fit and competitiveness, and help faculty translate research ideas into fundable proposals.<br>• Faculty Collaboration: Work directly with faculty and research teams to develop compelling proposals aligned with sponsor requirements.<br>• Pre-Award Administration: Coordinate budgets, documentation, internal approvals, sponsor requirements, and proposal submission deadlines.<br>• Project Management: Manage multiple concurrent proposals, prioritize deadlines, coordinate deliverables, and maintain an organized grant pipeline.<br>• Grants Manager Backup: Provide operational coverage for the existing Grants Manager, ensuring continuity of proposal submissions and faculty support.<br>• Process Improvement: Develop proposal templates, standardized procedures, tracking tools, and workflows to improve grant operations.