<p>Robert Half is partnering with a local public accounting firm in Indianola, Iowa to hire a highly skilled and motivated Tax Accountant. Our client is focused on providing exceptional tax consulting and compliance services for a diverse client base, which includes individuals, small businesses, and corporate clients.</p><p><br></p><p>Job Summary:</p><p>As a Tax Accountant, you will be responsible for preparing and reviewing individual and corporate tax returns, assisting with tax planning and consulting, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with at least five years of experience in tax accounting. A CPA designation is preferred, and a degree in accounting or a related field is required.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>Tax Preparation and Review: Prepare and review federal and state income tax returns for individuals and corporate clients </p><p>Tax Planning and Compliance: Provide proactive tax planning strategies to optimize client outcomes, ensuring adherence to current tax laws and regulations.</p><p>Client Communication: Collaborate closely with clients to gather necessary financial data, answer tax-related inquiries, and provide exceptional service.</p><p>Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth tax research on complex issues and provide findings and recommendations to management and clients.</p><p>Team Collaboration: Support junior team members with technical guidance and quality control during tax return preparation.</p><p>Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows within the tax department to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Tax Staff member to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. This position offers an excellent balance between public accounting tax work and manageable hours during tax season. As a Tax Reviewer, you will play a key role in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in the preparation and review of various tax documents.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct detailed reviews of partnership, S-corp, individual, trust, and non-profit tax returns to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Perform calculations for quarterly estimates and year-end projections to support tax planning strategies.</p><p>• Address and resolve inquiries from federal and state tax authorities, ensuring timely responses.</p><p>• Research client-specific tax questions and identify potential planning opportunities to optimize outcomes.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and review schedules for assigned tax returns, ensuring deadlines are met.</p><p>• Contribute to the development of staff through training and mentorship.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to maintain high standards in tax preparation and review processes.</p>
<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>
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 skilled Corporate Tax Staff Accountant to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact by contributing to tax compliance, accounting, and reporting processes. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in corporate tax and a drive to deliver accurate and efficient results.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review intermediate-level federal and state income tax returns as part of the compliance team.</p><p>• Assist in the calculation and preparation of monthly tax provisions, including creating detailed tax account roll-forward schedules and performing other related tax accounting tasks.</p><p>• Coordinate and prepare quarterly federal and state income tax estimated payments.</p><p>• Conduct research on fundamental tax-related questions to ensure compliance with regulations and provide insightful recommendations.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal departments, external consultants, and federal and state tax authorities to address tax-related matters effectively.</p><p>• Contribute technical expertise to support the development and execution of tax-related project plans.</p><p>• Assist in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of annual income tax provisions.</p><p>• Address inquiries from tax authorities and provide documentation to support compliance efforts.</p>
<p>Are you ready to take your expertise in Accounts Payable to the next level? We are searching for an experienced and driven <strong>Accounts Payable Manager</strong> to lead and optimize our AP operations. In this critical role, you'll oversee the daily activities of the accounts payable department while driving efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with accounting policies while delivering timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage day-to-day operations of the accounts payable team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments.</li><li>Oversee the month-end close process, including preparing balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Work with Supply Chain to verify vendor payment terms and strategize cost-saving initiatives, including optimizing net working capital or obtaining payment discounts.</li><li>Conduct weekly accounts payable check and ACH payment runs.</li><li>Manage the company's Corporate Travel and Purchase Card program, ensuring oversight of vendor management, policy alignment, and accurate reporting.</li><li>Develop and implement metrics to drive productivity improvement and quality controls.</li><li>Partner with the Controller on the annual audit and compliance initiatives.</li><li>Evaluate technology solutions to integrate multiple ERP systems, streamlining processes across departments.</li><li>Hire, train, and develop the accounts payable staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.</li><li>Continuously identify areas for operational improvement and execute industry best practices.</li><li>Support the integration of acquisitions by consolidating processes and systems.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You Want to Work Here:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Flexibility in schedule</strong>: We value work-life balance and offer flexible schedules that prioritize your well-being.</li><li><strong>Remote work options</strong>: Enjoy the flexibility to work from home, while still being part of a dynamic team environment.</li><li><strong>Company appreciation</strong>: Your hard work and contributions are recognized and celebrated through robust recognition programs.</li><li><strong>Team collaboration</strong>: Work alongside a supportive and collaborative group of professionals dedicated to achieving shared goals.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Manage accounts receivable and payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, payments, and guest satisfaction.</li><li>Satisfy guest inquiries, research and resolve billing variances, and deliver friendly and efficient service.</li><li>Perform daily cash reconciliation and revenue reporting for hotel, restaurant, and conference service departments.</li><li>Accurately classify, code, post, and summarize financial data.</li><li>Organize, secure, and maintain accounting files and financial records.</li><li>Reconcile credit card transactions and bank deposits.</li><li>Complete month-end closing procedures and financial reports.</li><li>Audit, create, and distribute guest invoices; receive and post incoming payments.</li><li>Facilitate invoice payment by sending bill reminders and communicating with guests.</li><li>Verify and process vendor invoices with appropriate approvals and supporting documentation.</li><li>Input vendor invoices and credit memos in accounting software with accuracy.</li><li>File compliance returns for business taxes, property taxes, and sales tax payments.</li><li>Assist with payroll-related tax and withholding payments, and back up HR for payroll processing.</li><li>Provide reporting, analysis, and ad hoc financial support to hotel management.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>iMMEDIATE HIRE!! MID LEVEL JAVA DEVELOPER - MULTIPLE HIRES - Full Stack Developer (Direct Hire) – WILL INTERVIEW THIS WEEK ! </p><p><br></p><p> 100% REMOTE if you live in IOWA, ILLINOIS or MISSOURI - BUT YOU MUST BE WILLING TO DRIVE TO THE DES MOINES OFFICE PERIODICALLY!!! YOU MUST RESIDE IN IOWA, ILLINOIS, OR MISSOURI due to Tax liability. </p><p><br></p><p>TOP PREFERENCE PROVIDED TO ANYONE IN THE DES MOINES IOWA AREA. </p><p><br></p><p>NO SPONSORSHIP: EAD, Green Card, or US Citizen ONLY. NO C2C, No H1-B visa, and NO F1 / OPT considered. </p><p><br></p><p>Please contact CARRIE DANGER directly for immediate consideration. ** My direct email address is on my LinkedIN Profile. MID LEVEL. Java Developer position with one of our clients in Des Moines Iowa up to 120K. </p><p><br></p><p>WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR THIS MID LEVEL DEVELOPER:</p><p><br></p><p>* MINIMUM 3+ years of Java development</p><p><br></p><p>*Eye for DESIGN and front end web page development with UI / UX Development </p><p><br></p><p>* ACCESSIBILITY background / ACCESSIBILITY WEB DEVELOPMENT experience for externally facing web applications and web sites </p><p><br></p><p>* Searching for a Mid level developer, Not a Senior Developer. IDEALLY 5-8 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE. </p><p><br></p><p>• Experience with a Front-End Language such as: JavaScript; Angular, or React experience is a plus!</p><p><br></p><p>• Spring Boot experience, Microservices experience. </p><p><br></p><p>• WEB development.</p><p><br></p><p>• 2 year or 4 year degree is Preferred (Prefer Computer Science or similar)</p><p><br></p><p>Join a high performing TECHY team who has a passion for learning and continuous improvement, working in an advanced Agile environment! STRONG financial company who is still hiring. Work in a fun team who promotes training and team training events and will send you off to training as well for Java and development! Looking for candidates who have a passion for development and wants to get better and improve, where you can have a long career on an awesome team! </p><p><br></p><p>This company actually has a training budget and works to keep their Developers up to date technically. They allow training time during the work week and invest in their developers. </p><p><br></p><p>This is a Permanent Direct Hire MID LEVEL. Java Developer position with one of our clients in the Des Moines area up to 120K depending on years of experience.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate and confidential consideration on this Direct Hire Full Stack Java Developer / Web Developer opportunity, it is best to contact me directly, CARRIE DANGER, SVP Permanent Placement Team, Iowa Region at My Direct Office #: 515-259-6087 or Cell: 515-991-0863, and e-mail resume CONFIDENTIALLY & directly to me - my email address / contact Information on my LinkedIN profile. Or you can ONE CLICK APPLY on our website Robert Half and apply Specifically to this posting.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Controller to lead the accounting and finance operations within our organization half an hour east of Des Moines. This role involves overseeing a team of professionals, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and driving process improvements to support business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in accounting management and a strong background in manufacturing or distribution environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and guide the Accounting/Finance Department, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.</p><p>• Conduct standard costing for specific areas of the business to maintain accurate financial data.</p><p>• Manage and complete the month-end close process, including preparing reconciliations for balance sheet accounts.</p><p>• Implement internal controls, audits, and checks across departments to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate transaction recording.</p><p>• Oversee daily financial operations, including accounts payable, billing, payroll, inventory, fixed assets, and general accounting functions.</p><p>• Prepare and present key performance metrics, perform detailed financial analysis, and communicate results to senior leadership.</p><p>• Lead efforts to improve accounting processes and drive operational efficiencies.</p><p>• Coordinate the annual financial audit and provide necessary information for tax filings.</p><p>• Deliver financial evaluations for special projects, capital expenditures, and product costing as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors, banks, insurance agents, and other third-party entities as required.</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>
About Us<br><br>We are a growing, family-owned business known for our strong values, close-knit culture, and long-term commitment to our employees and customers. As we continue to expand, we are creating our first Controller position to help bring structure, strengthen our financial processes, and support our next phase of growth.<br><br>Position Overview<br><br>The Controller will be a hands-on financial leader responsible for building and managing the company’s accounting function. This role requires someone who can create processes from the ground up, implement structure and controls, learn and optimize our new accounting system, and oversee an Accounting Clerk and administrative support team. The ideal candidate is both strategic and detail-oriented, comfortable rolling up their sleeves, and excited to help formalize financial operations for a small but growing business.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Financial Management & Reporting<br><br>Lead and run the full month-end close process<br><br>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements (P& L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)<br><br>Maintain the general ledger and ensure all financial records are complete and compliant<br><br>Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making<br><br>Process & Structure Development<br><br>Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls<br><br>Establish standardized workflows for billing, AP/AR, expense processing, and payroll coordination<br><br>Identify opportunities for efficiency and automation<br><br>Systems & Technology<br><br>Learn and fully utilize the company’s new accounting/ERP system<br><br>Drive system optimization, reporting enhancements, and user adoption<br><br>Evaluate and implement additional financial tools as needed<br><br>Team Leadership & Collaboration<br><br>Manage and mentor the Accounting Clerk and administrative team<br><br>Work closely with operations, sales, and leadership to ensure accurate financial data<br><br>Serve as a trusted advisor to ownership on financial matters<br><br>Compliance & Other Duties<br><br>Coordinate with external CPA firm for tax filings and year-end activities<br><br>Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations<br><br>Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management<br><br>Handle special projects and operational support as needed in a small-business environment<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required<br><br>CPA, CMA, or equivalent experience strongly preferred<br><br>5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a small business or family-owned environment<br><br>Experience leading month-end close and preparing financial statements<br><br>Demonstrated ability to create structure and build processes from scratch<br><br>Proficiency with accounting systems; experience with ERP implementation a plus<br><br>Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability<br><br>Hands-on leadership style with the ability to work collaboratively across the organization<br><br>What We Offer<br><br>Family-oriented culture and supportive leadership<br><br>Opportunity to build the accounting function from the ground up<br><br>Competitive compensation and benefits<br><br>Long-term role with room for growth as the business expands
