<p>Looking for your next opportunity to showcase your accounting expertise? Start here! We’re seeking a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join our client's team in <strong>Cedar Rapids, Iowa</strong>. In this role, you’ll be a key player in maintaining accurate financial records, managing reconciliations, and supporting financial reporting processes. If you’re detail-oriented, thrive in fast-paced environments, and enjoy solving complex problems, we want to hear from you!</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Perform accounting functions including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.</li><li>Assist with <strong>financial reporting</strong> tasks and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.</li><li>Analyze financial statements and provide insights into discrepancies and variances.</li><li>Collaborate with the team to maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate financial documentation.</li><li>Support <strong>payroll and billing</strong> processes as needed.</li><li>Provide assistance during audits and prepare necessary documentation for external reporting.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Accounting Assistant</strong></p><p><strong>Contract Role | Waterloo, IA</strong></p><p>Our client in Waterloo is seeking an organized and detail‑driven <strong>Accounting Assistant</strong> to support daily accounting operations and ensure smooth workflow across multiple departments. This is a <strong>contract role</strong> offering a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a dynamic and collaborative accounting environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>The Accounting Assistant will be responsible for managing inbox workflow, communicating with vendors, verifying and matching financial documentation, updating client information, and supporting general data management activities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment and enjoys keeping processes running efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor and manage accounting inbox workflow; route messages appropriately.</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding invoices, outstanding items, and general inquiries.</li><li>Match invoices, receipts, and supporting documentation for accuracy.</li><li>Update and maintain client information within internal systems.</li><li>Assist with data entry and general data management duties.</li><li>Support the accounting team with additional clerical or administrative tasks as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Senior Accountant (Contract) – Take Charge of Financial Impact!</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced accounting professional ready to make your mark? We’re looking for a <strong>Senior Accountant (Contract)</strong> to step into a dynamic, high-impact role supporting our finance team’s critical operations.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>As a Senior Accountant, you will work closely with our finance team and business leaders to deliver <strong>critical financial reports and analyses that inform key decisions and support our ongoing growth</strong>. You’ll provide technical accounting knowledge, hands-on support in general ledger management, and ensure full compliance with <strong>US GAAP standards</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Primary Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Lead month-end and year-end close processes:</strong> Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and adjustments to ensure a timely, accurate close.</li><li><strong>Financial Statement Preparation:</strong> Compile, analyze, and present financial information in accordance with company policy and <strong>GAAP</strong>.</li><li><strong>General Ledger Oversight:</strong> Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, investigate discrepancies, and ensure alignment with internal policies and audit requirements.</li><li><strong>Analyze Variances:</strong> Investigate and explain fluctuations in financial results, working with business partners to provide actionable insight.</li><li><strong>Support Internal and External Audits:</strong> Prepare schedules, gather documentation, and interface with auditors to support SOX and annual audit processes.</li><li><strong>Continuous Improvement:</strong> Identify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across accounting operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>An established organization in Cedar Rapids is seeking a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to take ownership of our day‑to‑day financial operations. This is a key role within a lean team, ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, working independently, and having a direct impact on the business.</p><p>The Senior Accountant will manage the full accounting cycle, oversee financial reporting, ensure accurate month‑end close, and assist with payroll submissions.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all general accounting functions, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Lead the month‑end and year‑end close processes</li><li>Prepare financial statements, internal reports, and management dashboards</li><li>Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial data</li><li>Process or assist with bi‑weekly payroll submissions</li><li>Oversee AP/AR processes and ensure timely payments and collections</li><li>Partner with leadership to analyze financial performance and identify improvement opportunities</li><li>Assist with tax filings and compliance requirements</li><li>Implement process improvements and strengthen internal controls</li></ul><p><br></p>
