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Administrative Assistant

Cedar Rapids, IA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
16 - 19 USD / Hourly
We're seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support a short-term project with a busy and collaborative team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys staying organized, managing multiple priorities, and providing exceptional administrative support in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide general administrative support to the project team</li><li>Manage data entry, document preparation, and file maintenance</li><li>Coordinate schedules, meetings, and project-related communications</li><li>Organize and maintain electronic and physical records</li><li>Assist with reporting, tracking project milestones, and updating spreadsheets</li><li>Respond to internal and external inquiries in a professional manner</li><li>Support special projects and other administrative tasks as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Cedar Rapids, IA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
Accountant (Contract) | Cedar Rapids, IA A growing Cedar Rapids organization is seeking a Contract Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and special projects. This role offers an opportunity to contribute across multiple areas of accounting while working alongside a collaborative finance team. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Analysis<ul><li>Prepare and maintain financial reports</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate variances</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting efforts</li></ul>General Accounting<ul><li>Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures</li></ul>Transaction Processing<ul><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions</li><li>Review invoices and expense transactions for accuracy</li><li>Assist with cash management and payment processing</li></ul>Project Support<ul><li>Assist with audits and documentation requests</li><li>Support system conversions, process improvements, or cleanup projects</li><li>Participate in ad hoc accounting and finance initiatives</li></ul>
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Independence, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Staff Accountant | Grow Your Accounting Career Looking for more than just AP and AR? We're partnering with a company that is seeking a Staff Accountant who is eager to learn, take ownership, and grow their accounting career. If you're looking for an opportunity to gain exposure to month-end close, financial reporting, inventory analysis, process improvement projects, and general ledger accounting, this could be the perfect next step. What You'll Be Doing:✅ Manage AP, AR, invoicing, cash applications, and vendor payments✅ Assist with month-end close and account reconciliations✅ Analyze inventory and general ledger activity✅ Work directly with customers and vendors to resolve accounting discrepancies✅ Lead special projects focused on process improvements and efficiencies✅ Support financial reporting and help maintain accurate accounting records Why This Opportunity Stands Out:🌟 Work directly with an experienced Controller who enjoys mentoring and developing talent🌟 Gain hands-on exposure to the full accounting cycle🌟 Take ownership of meaningful projects that impact the business🌟 Opportunity to expand your accounting knowledge and grow professionally🌟 Manageable workload that allows you to focus on learning—not just processing transactions
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Independence, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who enjoys keeping financial operations accurate, organized, and running smoothly? We’re looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team and play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting functions.In this position, you’ll be involved in a wide range of responsibilities, from processing transactions and reconciling accounts to working directly with customers and vendors to resolve discrepancies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in producing accurate financial work.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Prepare and distribute invoices, credit memos, and purchase orders</li><li>Process receipts, sales invoices, and payments from customers and suppliers</li><li>Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable activity</li><li>Follow up on outstanding balances as needed</li><li>Partner with customers and vendors to resolve invoice issues and pricing discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing financial activity</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and help ensure account accuracy</li><li>Code financial data and other accounting information</li><li>Calculate costs of goods and services</li><li>Prepare cash deposits and disbursements</li><li>Provide general administrative support, including filing, correspondence, photocopying, and meeting minutes</li><li>Answer and direct incoming phone calls</li><li>Operate accounting and office equipment, including 10-key calculators and computer systems</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>High school diploma required</li><li>College coursework or accounting certificate preferred</li><li>4–6 years of related accounting experience</li></ul>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Arlington, IA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Senior Accountant (Contract)We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant for a contract opportunity. This role will be responsible for overseeing the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting month-end close processes, and providing financial insights to leadership. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounting, including general ledger maintenance, month-end close, financial statement preparation, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management activities while ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Review and reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, intercompany transactions, and loan activity.</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and payroll-related reporting, ensuring timely and accurate records.</li><li>Prepare budgets, forecasts, and budget-to-actual analyses.</li><li>Generate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reports for leadership.</li><li>Partner with external auditors, tax professionals, and financial partners as needed.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiencies.</li><li>Provide financial analysis and actionable insights to support business decisions.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Sales Assistant

Cedar Rapids, IA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
23 - 24.61 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a proactive Sales Assistant to support customer engagement and revenue growth in Cedar Rapids. This Long-term Contract position focuses on delivering timely, high-quality service to customers, strengthening existing accounts, and helping expand new business opportunities. The ideal candidate is motivated, communicates effectively, and can balance customer needs with commercial objectives in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Build and maintain strong customer relationships by providing prompt, detail-focused support before and after the sale.• Partner with internal team members and leadership to understand pricing trends and position competitive offers that improve win rates.• Review incoming purchase orders to ensure they align with approved terms, negotiated agreements, and order details.• Contribute to sales performance goals by supporting activities that drive account growth and customer retention.• Respond to customer questions, requests, and quote-related needs with accuracy and a high sense of urgency.• Assist in developing new business connections while continuing to strengthen service for current customers.• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to address issues, resolve order concerns, and maintain a positive customer experience.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

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