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6 results for Payroll Accountant in Iowa City, IA

Payroll Specialist

Muscatine, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 78000 USD / Yearly
Transform your career at a leading global organization dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We’re searching for a skilled Accounting & Payroll Specialist to join our collaborative, people-focused headquarters team! Your Impact:<ul><li>Payroll Precision: Manage weekly and biweekly payroll for multiple operating companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Financial Excellence: Reconcile payroll accounts, maintain records, and contribute to audits and expense forecasting. Assist with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable</li><li>Efficiency Focus: Establish payroll performance metrics, identify automation opportunities, and support special projects in partnership with HR, Finance, and IT.</li><li>Trusted Partner: Respond promptly to payroll inquiries from staff, managers, and auditors.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Positive, Inclusive Culture: We foster integrity, belonging, and genuine impact—every day.</li><li>Balanced Workweek: Enjoy a four-day onsite schedule (M-Th) for improved work/life balance.</li><li>Career Advancement: Develop both analytical and operational strengths, working cross-functionally to drive process improvements.</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Cedar Rapids, IA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist for an opportunity with our client in the Cedar Rapids area. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values accuracy, and can handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion. Experience within the construction industry is highly preferred. Position OverviewThe Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll for both hourly and salaried employees, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with payroll tax regulations across multiple states, and supporting employee payroll-related inquiries. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while delivering exceptional internal customer service.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process accurate and timely weekly and bi-weekly payrolls.</li><li>Review, verify, and audit employee timekeeping records for accuracy.</li><li>Enter and maintain payroll records for new hires, rehires, transfers, terminations, and employee status changes.</li><li>Calculate and process final pay, salary adjustments, bonuses, and other manual payroll transactions.</li><li>Administer payroll-related deductions, garnishments, withholding taxes, and unemployment taxes.</li><li>Assist with 401(k) plan administration and related payroll transactions.</li><li>Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and required federal, state, and local reports.</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and employee communications.</li><li>Maintain employee paid time off and leave balances.</li><li>Process prevailing wage payroll calculations and certified payroll reporting when applicable.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and employee receivable balances.</li></ul>
2026-07-27T00:00:00Z

Accountant

West Branch, IA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to help a growing team just outside of Iowa City. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial information, support reporting cycles, and contribute to compliance with established accounting standards. This position suits a detail-oriented individual who can balance day-to-day transaction accuracy with analysis, reconciliation, and cross-functional financial support. Responsibilities:• Record and review accounting activity to ensure financial transactions are entered correctly and completed within required timelines.• Administer fixed asset accounting, including capital spending documentation, construction-in-progress tracking, asset setup, depreciation entries, and periodic reporting.• Maintain lease-related accounting schedules and prepare recurring entries in accordance with applicable lease accounting guidance.• Analyze inventory movements, investigate discrepancies, reconcile balances to the general ledger, and assist with stock counts and audit observation activities.• Perform account reconciliations, identify errors or unusual items, and make appropriate corrections while meeting close and reporting deadlines.• Partner with audit teams by preparing schedules, explaining account activity, and providing documentation to support internal and external review processes.• Assist with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury-related tasks, including aging analysis, cash-related reconciliations, and account support.• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting while helping improve accounting procedures, documentation, and workflow efficiency.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Davenport, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are partnering with a well-established and collaborative organization seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong practical experience in accounting who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Manage day-to-day accounting functions including accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Prepare and process invoices, payments, and journal entries</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts</li><li>Maintain accurate records and documentation</li><li>Support payroll processing and expense tracking (as needed)</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting</li></ul>
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Accounting Assistant

Iowa City, IA
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Temporary / Contract
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
Accounting Assistant Numbers tell a story, and this role helps keep the story accurate.We're looking for an Accounting Assistant who enjoys digging into details, solving discrepancies, and keeping financial processes running smoothly behind the scenes. This role offers exposure to a variety of accounting functions and is ideal for someone who wants to build upon their accounting experience while making a meaningful impact on the team. What You'll Be Doing<ul><li>Process vendor invoices and ensure timely, accurate payments.</li><li>Create and distribute customer invoices while assisting with payment tracking.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other financial records.</li><li>Research and resolve billing, payment, and account discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities and financial reporting.</li><li>Maintain accurate records within the accounting system.</li><li>Support payroll, expense reporting, and other accounting projects as needed.</li><li>Partner with internal departments to ensure financial information is complete and accurate.</li><li>Prepare reports and spreadsheets that help leadership make informed decisions.</li></ul>
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Associate

Davenport, IA
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Temporary to Hire
18 - 20 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Associate to join a respected organization in Davenport, Iowa in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position plays a key role in keeping payables operations accurate, organized, and on schedule while partnering with internal teams and vendors to support daily financial activities. The ideal candidate brings practical accounting knowledge, strong attention to detail, and the discretion needed to manage confidential information in a detail-focused office environment. Apply today or give our team a call at 563-359-3995 to learn more! Responsibilities include:• Review incoming vendor invoices, confirm required approvals are in place, and prepare documents for processing.• Assign accurate general ledger or expense codes to invoices and complete payment processing within established timelines.• Prepare and issue vendor payments, including check runs, while following internal authorization and signature requirements.• Oversee purchase order activity and help maintain accurate records between purchasing and payables documentation.• Reconcile company credit card transactions and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.• Maintain dependable accounts payable reports and support the accuracy of related financial records.• Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders to address payment questions, document issues, and account concerns.• Contribute to special assignments and provide additional business office support as needed.
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z