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10 results for Assistant Bookkeeper in Iowa City, IA

Office Manager/Bookkeeper
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Join a highly reputable and fast-paced construction company that takes pride in delivering high-quality service to its clients. As a small, tight-knit office, the company is seeking an experienced and self-motivated <strong>Office Manager/Bookkeeper</strong> to handle critical accounting tasks and oversee day-to-day administrative operations. If you're looking for a role where you can make a significant impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the opportunity for you!</p><p><br></p><p>W<strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>As the Office Manager/Bookkeeper, you will:</p><ul><li>Manage the company’s <strong>bookkeeping and payroll</strong> using QuickBooks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established practices.</li><li>Oversee <strong>accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR)</strong>, including purchase orders and invoicing.</li><li><strong>Prepare and calculate retainage amounts</strong> for construction contracts.</li><li>Handle <strong>monthly AIA (American Institute of Architects) billing</strong> for projects.</li><li>Ensure compliance with <strong>DOT regulations</strong> and coordinate filing of necessary documentation.</li><li>Process <strong>IFTA payments</strong> (International Fuel Tax Agreement) as required.</li><li>Maintain organized financial records and generate reports as needed.</li><li>Manage a variety of office functions independently, including scheduling, correspondence, and ensuring an efficient workflow.</li><li>Support company leaders and collaborate with other team members when needed.</li><li>Handle month-end close activities, including reconciliation of accounts and financial reporting.</li><li>Maintain accurate bookkeeping practices to support the company’s financial health.</li><li>Support audits and reviews by providing detailed and accurate financial records.</li></ul>
  • 2025-08-08T14:44:31Z
Bookkeeper
  • Moline, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client, a growing small business, is on the hunt for a skilled Bookkeeper who isn’t afraid to wear multiple hats (and no, we’re not talking about actual hats—though stylish headwear is welcome!). We’re looking for someone who can keep the financial gears turning while assisting with creative marketing initiatives and social media campaigns when the opportunity arises.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Number Crunching Commander:</strong> Manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll, reconciliations, and all things QuickBooks Online (think expert-level knowledge—this role will depend on it).</li><li><strong>Financial Wizardry:</strong> Prepare financial reports and assist with budget tracking (like an accounting superhero with spreadsheets as your cape).</li><li><strong>Data Detective:</strong> Dive deep into numbers to uncover insights and help our client make smart business decisions.</li><li><strong>Social Savvy Sidekick:</strong> Support small but impactful marketing efforts when needed—think scheduling posts, writing captions, and brainstorming fun ideas for the brand’s social media platforms. Got Canva skills? Even better!</li></ul><p><strong>Why You'll Love It Here:</strong></p><ul><li>Work with a small but dynamic team where your contributions truly matter (hello, instant impact!).</li><li>Get the flexibility to flex both your left-brain (analytical, precise bookkeeping) <em>and</em> right-brain skills (creative social media!).</li><li>Plenty of chances to innovate and grow in your role—you’ll never feel pigeonholed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-08-22T15:24:03Z
Bookkeeper/Office Manager
  • Davenport, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at juggling multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment? Robert Half has an exciting, full-time Office Manager opportunity at a reputable accounting firm! To support your success, the firm has developed an in-depth, hands-on onboarding process, enabling you to train alongside the outgoing manager for a seamless transition.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>As the Office Manager, you will oversee daily operations and contribute directly to the firm’s success by managing the following:</p><ul><li><strong>Payroll Oversight:</strong> Ensure timely payroll processing, tax payments, and 401(k) contributions.</li><li><strong>Accounts Payable:</strong> Oversee bi-monthly accounts payable processes.</li><li><strong>Human Resources Administration:</strong> Coordinate employee benefits, manage health insurance, address HR issues (up to medium complexity), assist in hiring administrative staff, and contribute to making hiring decisions.</li><li><strong>Executive Support:</strong> Provide administrative assistance to the firm’s Managing Partner.</li><li><strong>Team Management:</strong> Supervise up to seven support staff, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.</li><li><strong>Financial Operations:</strong> Handle quarterly tax reporting, month-end accounting, and bank reconciliations.</li><li><strong>Office Event Coordination:</strong> Organize the company’s annual holiday celebration and "After Tax Party."</li><li><strong>W-2 Preparation:</strong> Ensure W-2s are completed accurately and on time.</li><li><strong>Building Operations:</strong> Manage the holding company, including rent collection, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and liaising with the Building Maintenance Manager.</li></ul><p>This role is on-site, allowing you to work closely with the team and maintain seamless office operations. The initial hours during the training/acclimation period follow a 7:00 a.m. to 3:30/4:00 p.m. schedule, with flexibility to adjust between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. post-training.</p><p>If this sounds like the right fit, let’s chat! </p>
  • 2025-08-22T15:18:45Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Iowa City, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 48000.00 - 52000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Clerk who will be based in IOWA CITY, Iowa. In this role, you will handle essential bookkeeping and accounting tasks, administering the accounts payable system, and maintaining financial records. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities: </p><p><br></p><p>• Administer the accounts payable system in a precise and timely manner</p><p>• Assist in the maintenance of comprehensive financial records, focusing on accounts payable and accounts receivable</p><p>• Ensure that the W-9 forms are on file for all vendors to comply with IRS guidelines</p><p>• Execute invoice and purchase order processing, verifying accuracy and ensuring budget compliance</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks and bank ACH payments for bill payments</p><p>• Record and reconcile credit card transactions to maintain accurate records</p><p>• Keep track of Parish subsidies and report as required throughout the year</p><p>• Manage Tuition for various systems, including data organization, recording tuition and fees, and addressing payment plans</p><p>• Prepare daily deposits, including the processing of electronic deposits</p><p>• Continuously seek opportunities to improve efficiency in record-keeping</p><p>• Carry out other accounting and finance-related tasks as the need arises.</p>
  • 2025-08-22T15:38:43Z
Office Manager
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 50000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnered with our client looking for a strong office manager with some great QuickBooks experience! The vibe? Relaxed, casual, and full of laughs. We take our work seriously—but not <em>too</em> seriously.</p><p><br></p><p>Your days will be a mix of leadership, organization, and customer service. Here’s a peek into your week:</p><ul><li>Open the office and set the tone for the day</li><li>Answer phones and greet walk-ins (10 max on a busy day)</li><li>Supervise your assistant and keep the front office humming</li><li>Invoice like a pro – admin fees, billing violations, ordering supplies, etc.</li><li>Handle accounts receivable – collect payments from individuals and businesses</li><li>Work in QuickBooks – post charges, reconcile accounts, and pull reports</li><li>Coordinate with business contacts on group accounts</li><li>Learn and master new software</li><li>Lead the charge on events – manage payments and reconcile like a boss</li><li>Keep things organized – from access cards to validation logs to daily cash reports</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-08-29T16:53:46Z
Full Charge Bookkeeper
  • Marion, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are offering an exciting opportunity in the industry for a Full Charge Bookkeeper in MARION, Iowa. As a Full Charge Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for the entire financial management of the firm, from maintaining detailed records to preparing financial statements. This key role demands a proactive and hands-on approach with a strong understanding of accounting principles.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the accurate recording of financial transactions in the general ledger.</p><p>• Handle accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely collections and payments.</p><p>• Manage payroll processes, including deductions, tax filings, and administration of benefits.</p><p>• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Track project-specific financials, including budgeting, invoicing, and expense tracking.</p><p>• Work closely with external accountants during tax season for accurate and timely filing.</p><p><br></p><p>Why work here: This company provides a flexible schedule, a very collaborative, laid-back work environment, along with excellent benefits! If this is something that you are looking for then you wont want to miss out on this opportunity! </p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-08-22T15:34:28Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Milan, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 23.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Are you someone who loves numbers, thrives in a high-volume environment, and enjoys process-driven work? Do you take pride in making sure everything adds up? If so, we’re looking for you to join our team as an <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong>, where you’ll help keep things running smoothly in a dynamic and growing workplace!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing:</strong></p><p><strong>Invoice Processing:</strong></p><ul><li>Review and enter vendor invoices into the system with accuracy.</li><li>Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents (we’ll teach you 3-way matching if you’re not familiar—that’s easy to learn).</li><li>Begin with freight AP—matching quotes to invoices, reconciling discrepancies, and entering them into the system and spreadsheets.</li></ul><p><strong>Payments Processing:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with preparing and completing check runs, ACH, and wire payments.</li><li>Contribute to daily check runs due to the high volume of transactions.</li></ul><p><strong>Issue Resolution:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with teams like purchasing, operations, and receiving to resolve discrepancies efficiently.</li><li>Help reconcile vendor statements and respond to inquiries.</li></ul><p><strong>Month-End Support:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with month-end close by creating invoices in AP for commission payouts by the 4th–5th business day of the month.</li><li>Handle other month-end activities as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Administrative Duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain organized and accurate AP records.</li><li>Perform general administrative support for the AP team and assist with expense reports and operational expenses.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-04T14:14:22Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Davenport, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 43680.00 - 52000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking to bring on board an Accounts Payable Clerk in the Property Management industry at our location in Davenport, Iowa. This role will involve handling various tasks related to accounts payable and other financial duties. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Code, separate and process various statements and invoices, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Address and resolve any billing discrepancies that may arise.</p><p>• Carry out accurate and efficient data entry of invoices and statements into Yardi.</p><p>• Conduct regular scans of invoices and statements for record-keeping purposes.</p><p>• Match invoices with packing slips and file them appropriately.</p><p>• Manage the processing of W-9s and the generation of 1099 reports every January.</p><p>• Ensure that property insurance bills are approved and entered into Yardi.</p><p>• Execute the processing of security deposit returns.</p><p>• Research and process utility and other rebates.</p><p>• Handle the mailing of checks with statement slips and undertake year-end filing of bills.</p><p>• Coordinate with the Regional Property Manager and Regional Maintenance Supervisor for the issuance and receipt of signed lien waivers before dispatching checks to vendors.</p><p>• Manage the ordering of supplies as approved and distribute as needed, periodically reviewing pricing and searching for the best options.</p><p>• Ensure all signed contracts are uploaded to the Vendor profile in Yardi.</p><p>• Coordinate purchases for maintenance and operational needs.</p><p>• Track rebates and deposit checks when received.</p><p>• Coordinate employee onboarding including background checks, credit checks, drug tests, safety training, and benefits enrollment.</p><p>• Maintain employee files and update driver records with the insurance company as employees join or leave.</p><p>• Maintain licensing and certification tracking for employees.</p><p>• Schedule certification training and coordinate with supervisors.</p><p>• Track OSHA incidents, workers’ compensation cases, and ensure timely reporting.</p><p>• Update and maintain vehicle registrations, license plates, drivers, and insurance records.</p><p>• Handle phone calls, direct calls or visitors to appropriate locations.</p><p>• Write and process work orders or take messages and forward information where needed.</p><p>• Handle mail and interoffice deposit runs with confidentiality.</p><p>• Organize and file invoices, packing slips, and other documents.</p><p>• Assist with meeting preparations, including supervisor meetings and seasonal protocols.</p><p>• Track and log tools and equipment over $25, including engraving and annual inventory checks.</p><p>• Maintain records for air conditioners and appliances, ensuring logs are updated.</p><p>• Schedule bulk shredding services and manage record retention compliance.</p><p>• Research and review utility and service contracts for cost efficiency.</p>
  • 2025-08-22T15:28:43Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 20.00 - 24.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced<strong> Accounts Payable Specialist </strong>to join our team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a critical role in maintaining the accuracy and efficiency of invoice processing and compliance. If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment and excel in managing high volumes of data entry, this opportunity is tailored for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Process a high volume of invoices daily, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Match purchase numbers with corresponding invoices and identifying discrepancies. </p><p>• Verify all necessary information is included on invoices and collaborate with departments to resolve any missing details.</p><p>• Monitor and update system entries to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.</p><p>• Assist with credit-related tasks as needed, based on performance and expertise.</p><p>• Maintain speed and precision while handling data entry tasks for over 150-250 invoices daily. </p><p>• Communicate effectively with team members and departments to streamline the accounts payable process.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-08-18T17:04:25Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Davenport, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 50000.00 - 52000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We’re on the lookout for a talented <strong>Payroll Administrator</strong> to join our client's amazing team in Davenport, Iowa. This isn’t just about crunching numbers—it’s about making sure every team member feels supported, valued, and, of course, paid on time. Let’s make payroll magic happen!</p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love This Role:</strong> We’re not your average workplace. Here, payroll isn’t just a task—it’s a vital part of keeping happy employees and a thriving team. You’ll get to work with some truly awesome people, and we’ll keep you caffeinated and inspired as you take on the challenge of keeping everything running smoothly.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Your Daily Adventure:</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll with the precision of an expert, making sure every detail is spot-on and compliant with all regulations.</li><li>Handle benefit-related tasks, including 401(k) and benefit administration, like the behind-the-scenes rockstar you are.</li><li>Master our payroll tools to keep things running seamlessly.</li><li>Dive into payroll reports to spot and fix discrepancies like a pro.</li><li>Partner with the accounting team to ensure everything reconciles perfectly and support any audit needs.</li><li>Keep employee records updated and accurate in payroll and time-tracking systems.</li><li>Help roll out new systems and improve processes to keep us ahead of the game.</li><li>Be the payroll guru employees turn to for any questions about paychecks and benefits.</li><li>Ensure pristine tax compliance at the federal, state, and local levels.</li><li>Stay in-the-know on all things payroll laws and regulations to keep our organization in tip-top compliance shape.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-08-22T15:24:03Z