<p>Robert Half is looking for a skilled Financial Accounting Analyst to join our manufacturing client near Waterloo, Iowa. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and contributing to the organization's overall financial strategy. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting, budgeting, and capital management within manufacturing industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct detailed financial analyses to support decision-making and strategic planning.</p><p>• Prepare and manage budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Analyze and interpret variances in financial performance, providing actionable insights.</p><p>• Oversee capital management processes to optimize resource allocation.</p><p>• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to monitor and manage cost accounting activities.</p><p>• Perform month-end close activities, including reconciliations and financial reporting.</p><p>• Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting and planning efforts.</p><p>• Provide recommendations to improve financial processes and systems.</p><p>• Assist in preparing presentations and reports for management and stakeholders.</p>
<p><strong>Accounting Clerk </strong>– Accounts Payable Support (Contract, Onsite)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Waterloo, IA</p><p><strong>Type:</strong> Contract | Onsite</p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><p>Our client in Waterloo is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Accounting Clerk</strong> to support a fast-paced <strong>Accounts Payable (AP) team</strong>. This contract role will focus heavily on high-volume email correspondence, vendor communication, expense processing, and system updates within <strong>Concur and SAP</strong>. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable working in a deadline-driven accounting environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support the Accounts Payable team with day-to-day administrative and transactional tasks</li><li>Manage <strong>high-volume email correspondence</strong>, responding to vendor inquiries and internal requests in a timely and professional manner</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding payment status, invoice questions, and account maintenance</li><li><strong>Update and maintain vendor banking information</strong>, ensuring accuracy and compliance</li><li>Assist with <strong>expense report processing</strong> and reconciliation using <strong>Concur</strong></li><li>Enter, review, and update AP-related data within <strong>SAP</strong></li><li>Assist with invoice processing, documentation, and general AP support as needed</li><li>Maintain accurate records and ensure adherence to internal controls and procedures</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you ready to help shape the financial future of a thriving organization recognized for growth and innovation? Our client, an industry leader, is committed to continuous improvement and invests in employees to stay competitive with advanced technology, enhanced benefits, and a supportive team culture. As a Financial Analyst, you’ll play a key role in analyzing financial data, overseeing cost and margin analysis, supporting budgeting and risk management, and partnering on major improvement projects. The ideal candidate brings a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 3+ years of relevant industry experience, advanced Excel skills, and outstanding communication and leadership abilities.</p>