<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical <strong>Investment Analyst </strong>to join this busy Cedar Rapids team. This role is ideal for professionals who excel at maintaining data quality, thrive in detail-intensive environments, and bring both technical and business analysis expertise to investment operations. This role offers a hybrid schedule.</p><p><strong>Day-to-Day Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure quality data across multiple domains: Security, Analytics, Benchmarks, and Pricing for daily and monthly processes.</li><li>Review and reconcile security holdings, analytics, and performance data to ensure consistency, accuracy, and logical outcomes.</li><li>Move, format, and validate large data sets using Excel; Ability to make sense of large volumes of data</li><li>Create or update securities, such as Corporate Bonds, by adhering strictly to procedures and templates—precision is critical.</li><li>Follow standard operating procedures for all security updates, with attention to each unique instance and its nuances.</li><li>Support ongoing process completion, maintaining a focus on meeting customer/client needs and ensuring all steps are properly documented.</li><li>Apply technical skills and business understanding to monitor, improve, and guarantee data integrity within investment systems.</li></ul><p><br></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 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>