<p>Do you love wearing multiple hats and being the go-to person who keeps everything running smoothly? If QuickBooks is your happy place and you thrive in an environment where autonomy is the norm, this role is for you! Robert Half is partnering with a well-established company within the construction industry to find a <strong>dynamic Office Manager/Bookkeeper</strong> who loves variety and thrives in a role where independence and trust are key.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love This Role:</strong></p><p>You’ll be the heartbeat of the office—managing everything from bookkeeping and payroll to vendor communication and job costing. This is a chance to make a real impact in a small, tight-knit team that values hard work, autonomy, and a positive attitude.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage QuickBooks Desktop for AP/AR, job setup, billing, and reconciliations</li><li>Process invoices, monitor financial transactions, and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Handle payroll (including union payroll- training provided), prepare and submit union reports and dues</li><li>Maintain employee files, onboarding paperwork, and support HR-related tasks</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations and oversee accurate financial reporting</li><li>Partner with the CPA for year-end processes and assist with tax filings</li><li>Keep office operations running smoothly—filing, reporting, and light administrative tasks</li><li>Communicate with vendors and team members (primarily via email and text)</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>HR Coordinator – Onboarding & Compliance</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cedar Rapids, IA</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Contract / Temporary </p><p>Our Cedar Rapids–based client is seeking an<strong> HR Coordinator</strong> to support onboarding, compliance, and day‑to‑day HR operations during a period of increased activity. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented HR professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is comfortable managing multiple onboarding processes simultaneously.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate <strong>new‑hire onboarding</strong>, including offer documentation, I‑9/E‑Verify, background checks, and orientation scheduling</li><li>Ensure compliance with <strong>federal, state, and company policies</strong>, maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date employee records</li><li>Partner with HR, hiring managers, and payroll to ensure smooth employee starts and transitions</li><li>Track onboarding and compliance documentation, follow up on missing items, and maintain audit‑ready files</li><li>Support general HR administrative needs as assigned (reporting, data entry, employee communications)</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking an Inventory Coordinator to assist a Waterloo healthcare organization with updating and transitioning medical device inventory from Excel into their new inventory management platform. This role focuses on inventory counts, labeling equipment, and data entry. </p><p>This is a hands-on, project-based role that combines inventory best practices with system implementation support. The immediate need is on a contract basis, but the right person could earn a permanent role with this department! </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Conduct physical inventory counts to establish a trusted baseline</li><li>Reconcile physical inventory to legacy records prior to migration</li><li>Prepare inventory data for transition into a new software platform</li><li>Prepare the client for accurate ongoing and year-end inventory counts</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A busy and growing manufacturer is looking to add a Procurement Specialist to join their team in Vinton, Iowa. This position is ideal for candidates with experience in buying/procurement and inventory management. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient purchasing processes and maintaining optimal inventory levels.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage procurement activities, including the creation and oversight of purchase orders.</p><p>• Collaborate with vendors to negotiate contracts and secure favorable terms.</p><p>• Utilize Kanban and other inventory management techniques to streamline operations.</p><p>• Operate within an MRP/ERP systems to track and manage procurement workflows.</p><p>• Prepare accurate quotes and ensure timely communication with suppliers.</p><p>• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to avoid shortages.</p><p>• Support administrative tasks related to procurement, ensuring compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Analyze purchasing data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Support continuous improvement efforts related to purchasing, inventory accuracy, and supplier management</p>
<p>Are you an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, hands‑on environment where no two days look the same? Do you love being the go‑to resource for teams who are out there getting the work done—day, night, and sometimes through the elements? If you’re energized by variety, connection, and building structure in a growing operation, this opportunity is for you.</p><p>We’re partnering with a <strong>well‑established, multi‑state field services company</strong> undergoing exciting growth and modernization. They’re looking for a confident, relationship‑driven <strong>HR Generalist</strong> to take the lead at one of their local sites and help elevate the employee experience from the ground up.</p><p>This is not a “sit behind a desk all day” HR job. This is a <strong>visible, trusted, frontline HR role</strong> supporting a hard‑working team that keeps essential operations running year‑round. You’ll have strong backing from a supportive HR leader and a collaborative HR team located at corporate HQ—but you’ll own HR at the local level and truly make your mark.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><p>You’ll be the face of HR onsite, working closely with operations leaders, crews, and the corporate HR team to keep things running smoothly. Your day-to-day will include:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Core HR Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the primary HR point of contact for the site</li><li>Lead all aspects of <strong>hiring, onboarding, and offboarding</strong>, especially high‑volume seasonal hiring</li><li>Build and prepare new hire packets; ensure <strong>Day 1 compliance (including I‑9s and background checks)</strong></li><li>Support employees with HR questions, system navigation, paperwork, and more</li><li>Maintain employee data and assist with an <strong>HRIS transition</strong> (moving from QuickBooks to a new HR system)</li><li>Review and correct timecards (job codes, lunches, missed punches)</li><li>Coordinate group onboarding events during peak seasons</li><li>Help with benefit questions and general employee support</li></ul><p><strong>Operations & Culture Support</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with operations on scheduling, safety meetings, and workforce needs</li><li>Assist with uniform coordination and vendor communication</li><li>Support monthly safety meetings and recognition programs</li><li>Become a <strong>culture connector</strong>—someone employees trust and leadership counts on</li><li>Help modernize processes, policies, and communication channels</li></ul>
<p>Are you organized, detail‑oriented, and enjoy working with suppliers to keep things moving? This Supply Management Planner role is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience supporting the delivery of purchased parts in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll play an important role behind the scenes—coordinating with suppliers and internal partners to ensure materials arrive on time and operations stay on track.</p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Do</p><p>Manage and track the delivery of purchased parts from both internal and external suppliers</p><p>Communicate regularly with suppliers and internal teams to address delivery timing, questions, or issues</p><p>Use Microsoft Office, especially Excel, to support daily planning, tracking, and reporting</p><p>Support material flow across one or more locations to meet operational needs</p><p><br></p><p>Schedule & Work Environment</p><p>1st shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM</p><p>Potential for overtime, based on workload</p><p>Fully onsite role with a business casual dress code</p><p>May require occasional driving between sites or other Deere locations using a personal vehicle</p><p><br></p><p>Additional Details</p><p>Visa sponsorship is not available, now or in the near future, for this position</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic financial leader to join our team in Northeast Iowa. As the VP/Director of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial direction of our organization within the wholesale distribution industry. This position is ideal for someone passionate about financial management, strategic planning, and organizational growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop, implement, and oversee financial programs and systems, including budgeting, tax planning, and asset management.</p><p>• Collaborate with leadership to support organizational goals, succession planning, and staff development initiatives.</p><p>• Train and mentor finance team members to enhance their expertise in financial management practices.</p><p>• Manage and coordinate fiscal reporting activities, including revenue and expense reports, balance sheets, and budgets.</p><p>• Evaluate potential contracts and provide strategic advice on program designs and implementations.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial reporting regulations.</p><p>• Lead improvements and updates to automated financial and management information systems.</p><p>• Supervise the preparation of financial statements, analytical reports, and special data evaluations.</p><p>• Establish robust finance, accounting, billing, and auditing procedures to maintain internal controls.</p><p>• Analyze cash flow, cost controls, and financial statements to identify areas for improvement and guide business decisions.</p>
<p>Robert Half is hiring a Parts Order Fulfillment Analyst for a Manufacturing client in Waterloo, IA. This professional will support service part availability and order fulfillment within a product engineering environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>What You’ll Do</u></strong></p><ul><li>Forecast service parts and manage part availability</li><li>Partner with factories and cross‑functional teams (engineering, supply management, product support)</li><li>Review forecasts and recommend ordering adjustments</li><li>Manage order fulfillment to support the master schedule</li><li>Analyze metrics to improve processes and customer experience</li><li>Prepare and share status updates</li></ul><p><strong><u>Additional Details</u></strong></p><ul><li>Hours between 6:00 AM–4:00 PM (no overtime)</li><li>Fully onsite, business casual</li><li>No visa sponsorship available</li><li>May drive personal vehicle locally or company vehicle indoors </li></ul>
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Waterloo, Iowa. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting legal operations, handling client-related tasks, and ensuring smooth case management. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct client intake processes to gather necessary information and establish case files.<br>• Handle client file management using Clio, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.<br>• Request and manage medical records to support case documentation.<br>• Oversee a caseload of 20-40 car accident and personal injury cases, maintaining attention to detail and organization.<br>• Coordinate and maintain schedules through effective calendar management.<br>• Communicate with clients and other stakeholders to provide updates and address inquiries.<br>• Assist in preparing legal documents and correspondence as needed.<br>• Ensure compliance with legal standards and procedures in all case-related activities.<br>• Support attorneys with administrative tasks to streamline case workflows.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a well‑established manufacturing organization to hire a <strong>Materials Specialist</strong> to support production and supply chain operations. This is a 1st shift opportunity offering hands‑on exposure to shop‑floor operations and strong growth potential within a manufacturing environment. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in keeping materials moving through a complex manufacturing environment. You’ll help ensure materials are available when and where they’re needed to support assembly, service, and inter‑facility operations—directly impacting production schedules and on‑time delivery.</p><p><br></p><p>Start time: Between 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM</p><p>Overtime: May include extended weekday hours and occasional weekends</p><p>Flexibility required: Candidates must be open to working off‑shift hours when needed</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Materials & Supply Chain Coordination: </strong>Track and manage the flow of materials to support production and service requirements</li><li><strong>Scheduling Support: </strong>Assist with material and production scheduling in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment with tight lead times</li><li><strong>Systems & Data Management: </strong>Utilize ERP systems (including SAP Production Planning) and legacy planning tools to support material planning and fulfillment</li><li><strong>Cross‑Functional Collaboration: </strong>Work closely with production, planning, and operations teams to maintain clear communication and alignment</li><li><strong>Change Control Awareness: </strong>Help support adjustments to plans or schedules as production needs shift</li><li><strong>Shop Floor Presence: </strong>Spend approximately 90% of the day on the manufacturing floor, monitoring material flow and supporting operations</li></ul><p><strong><u>Additional Information</u></strong></p><ul><li>Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future</li><li>Role is primarily shop‑floor based; Metatarsal protection required starting day one</li><li>May operate a company utility vehicle indoors within the manufacturing facility after completing required safety training</li><li>May occasionally drive a personal vehicle to nearby facilities within a 20‑mile radius</li></ul>
<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>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>
We are looking for a highly motivated ERP/CRM Consultant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Cedar Falls, Iowa. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with advanced systems, including Unanet and Deltek, while driving operational efficiency and data accuracy. Ideal candidates will bring strong administrative and data management skills to support organizational growth and system optimization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Enter, organize, and verify data to ensure accuracy and completeness within ERP and CRM systems.<br>• Collaborate with external consultants to gain a deep understanding of Unanet functionalities and capabilities.<br>• Develop and implement best practices for system usage and optimization.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and cleansing tasks.<br>• Generate insightful reports to support business decision-making.<br>• Assist in the transition from Excel spreadsheets to Unanet by ensuring smooth data migration.<br>• Provide administrative support to maintain system integrity and operational efficiency.<br>• Leverage marketing knowledge, if applicable, to enhance CRM strategies and data-driven campaigns.<br>• Identify and resolve discrepancies in data, ensuring consistent and clean records.<br>• Train team members on system functionalities and usage best practices.
<p>We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Grants Specialist to join our client's team in Waterloo, Iowa. This is a contract opportunity with the ability to earn a permanent seat for the right person! You will be part of a team that leads the full grant lifecycle—identifying funding sources, crafting competitive proposals, managing timelines, and coordinating submissions from idea to award.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborating with internal resource development and foundation staff to align public and private funding opportunities with institutional priorities.</li><li>Researching, interpreting, sharing, pursuing, developing, submitting, and supporting the implementation of grant opportunities at the local, state, and national levels.</li><li>Assisting with planning, developing, writing, and editing grant proposals, including narrative and budget components.</li><li>Coordinating with internal and external partners to gather, analyze, and present data needed for grant applications.</li><li>Supporting and implementing institutional grant development processes that address strategic needs and priorities.</li><li>Maintaining accurate records of submitted and awarded grant proposals.</li><li>Serving as a point of contact and institutional representative in communications with funding agencies.</li><li>Participating in committees, workgroups, or projects as assigned.</li><li>Performing related duties as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Why This Role?</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to step into a high‑impact, long‑term role<strong> </strong>supporting a well‑established, collaborative grants team. The Grants Specialist will play a meaningful role in securing funding that fuels programs, innovation, and long‑term growth.</p><p>This assignment is designed for someone who wants more than a short‑term contract. For the right individual, this role offers the chance to demonstrate value, grow with the team, and be considered for a permanent seat.</p><p><br></p><p>If you thrive in fast‑paced, mission‑driven environments and enjoy seeing your work turn into real outcomes, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><p>Drive Funding Success</p><ul><li>Research and identify compelling public and private funding opportunities</li><li>Contribute to a strong, forward‑looking grants pipeline</li><li>Support grant strategy and long‑term funding goals</li></ul><p>Create Winning Proposals</p><ul><li>Write, edit, and assemble high‑quality grant proposals and letters of intent</li><li>Partner with subject‑matter experts to gather stories, data, and budgets</li><li>Ensure submissions are polished, compelling, and aligned with funder guidelines</li></ul><p>Support Post‑Award Excellence</p><ul><li>Assist with managing awarded grants, tracking milestones and deliverables</li><li>Help prepare progress reports, outcomes summaries, and final submissions</li><li>Support grant compliance and documentation efforts</li></ul><p>Keep Everything Organized & Moving</p><ul><li>Maintain accurate grant records and tracking tools</li><li>Monitor deadlines, renewals, and reporting requirements</li><li>Use grants management systems to support visibility and efficiency</li></ul><p>Be a Key Part of the Team</p><ul><li>Work closely with an experienced, supportive grants team</li><li>Collaborate across programs and stakeholders</li><li>Contribute ideas that improve processes and strengthen results</li></ul>