<p>Robert Half is working with an established public accounting firm serving clients throughout Eastern Iowa in their search to hire a <strong>Tax Professional. </strong>This role is ideal for someone who wants to build strong client relationships, take on increasing responsibility and contribute to the long-term growth of a respected local firm.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm provides a wide range of services to individuals and businesses, including tax preparation and planning, accounting, bookkeeping, financial statement preparation and business advisory services.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities or <strong>Tax Accountant</strong>:</p><ul><li>Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, S corporations, partnerships, trusts, and other entities.</li><li>Provide tax planning and advisory services to both individual and business clients.</li><li>Conduct tax research, analyze findings, and communicate recommendations clearly to clients.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong long-term client relationships.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and other financial information for business clients.</li><li>Assist with financial projections and business planning support.</li><li>Provide guidance to clients on accounting and QuickBooks-related matters.</li><li>Represent clients before federal and state taxing authorities as needed.</li><li>Review work prepared by junior staff and provide constructive feedback.</li><li>Mentor and support the development of less-experienced team members.</li><li>Manage multiple client engagements and deadlines, especially during tax season.</li><li>Identify opportunities to expand services and add value to client relationships.</li><li>Contribute to the continued growth and development of the firm.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are partnering with a well-established and collaborative organization seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Accountant</strong> 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><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>
<p>Are you an Accounts Payable professional who enjoys solving problems, working with high-volume transactions, and being part of a collaborative team? If so, we'd love to meet you.</p><p>We're looking for an <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong> to join our growing accounting team. As our organization continues to expand through acquisitions, you'll help support AP operations across multiple entities while working with cutting-edge automation technology designed to streamline invoice processing and create efficiencies.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is adaptable, enjoys digging into discrepancies, and wants to be part of a company that is growing, investing in technology, and committed to its people.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Process accounts payable transactions for multiple entities and locations</li><li>Monitor AP automation workflows and exception queues</li><li>Research and resolve invoice, receipt, and purchase order discrepancies</li><li>Allocate expenses across multiple sites and entities</li><li>Work closely with vendors and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely processing</li><li>Utilize Excel and Pivot Tables to analyze data and support decision-making</li><li>Assist with invoice approvals and payment processing</li><li>Support ongoing process improvements as the company continues to enhance its AP automation capabilities</li></ul><p><strong>Why You'll Love Working Here</strong></p><ul><li>Flexible and supportive work environment</li><li>Join a close-knit, collaborative accounting team that genuinely enjoys working together</li><li>Work alongside an exceptional VP and leadership team that values employee growth and development</li><li>Excellent benefits package and generous PTO policy</li><li>Opportunity to make an impact in a growing organization</li><li>Exposure to multiple entities and complex accounting operations</li><li>Be part of a team that embraces technology, innovation, and continuous improvement</li><li>Stable environment with strong leadership and long-term growth opportunities</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract)</strong></p><p>Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in catching the details others miss? We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a collaborative AP team and support high-volume invoice processing across multiple entities.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Review and validate a high volume of invoices in a shared workflow environment.</li><li>Audit invoice data for accuracy, including vendor names, account numbers, dates, quantities, totals, and other key details.</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation to ensure proper payment processing.</li><li>Verify invoices are coded to the correct chart of accounts and routed to appropriate approvers.</li><li>Support invoice processing across multiple business entities, including international transactions and foreign currency invoices.</li><li>Investigate payment delays, resolve discrepancies, and follow up with internal teams to ensure timely payment.</li><li>Escalate issues when necessary and help drive invoice resolution.</li><li>Maintain accuracy while managing competing priorities and tight deadlines.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A growing, mission-focused organization is adding to its accounting team due to continued expansion and increased program funding. This role offers the chance to step into a highly visible position where you’ll own your work, contribute to financial accuracy, and support initiatives that directly impact the community.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting, improving processes, and managing multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Manage financial activity for assigned programs and funding sources</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Perform monthly reconciliations and support close processes</li><li>Assist with financial reporting and variance analysis</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders on budgets and expenses</li><li>Support audit preparation and compliance requirements</li></ul><p><strong>Who You Are</strong></p><ul><li>You enjoy rolling up your sleeves and getting into the details</li><li>You take pride in accuracy and accountability</li><li>You’re adaptable and comfortable in a fast-moving environment</li><li>You’re looking for a role where your work has visible impact</li></ul>
<p><strong>Are you a purchasing professional who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and working across operations, engineering, finance, and production?</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We're seeking a hands-on <strong>Senior Buyer </strong>to step into a critical role supporting a manufacturing operation during a planned leave of absence. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing purchasing, inventory management, vendor relations, and data analysis in a fast-paced environment. Initial engagement is contract approximately 6 months in duration with potential for longer-term opportunity based on business needs.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Manage purchasing activities for inventory and production materials</li><li>Build and maintain strong vendor relationships</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and help resolve shortages, discrepancies, and supply issues</li><li>Analyze Bills of Materials (BOMs) and purchasing requirements</li><li>Review pricing, lead times, and supplier performance</li><li>Investigate invoice discrepancies and purchasing exceptions in partnership with Finance</li><li>Coordinate with Quality on non-conforming materials and vendor-related issues</li><li>Partner with Engineering on product changes, obsolete parts, and sourcing alternatives</li><li>Support ERP-driven purchasing and inventory processes</li><li>Contribute to ongoing system and process improvement initiatives</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Consider This Opportunity?</strong></p><ul><li>High-impact role supporting a critical manufacturing operation</li><li>Opportunity to work closely with leadership and key business functions</li><li>Exposure to ERP transformation and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Diverse responsibilities that go beyond traditional purchasing</li><li>Potential for long-term career opportunity</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you enjoy digging into data, solving operational challenges, and helping keep a manufacturing operation running smoothly through effective purchasing and inventory management, we'd love to connect with you. Call our team today at <strong>(563) 359-3995</strong> to learn more.</p>