<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>
<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>We are looking for an accomplished accounting leader to oversee global accounting operations and strengthen financial governance across the organization. This role is based Just north of Minneapolis/St. Paul and will guide reporting accuracy, policy consistency, and process excellence across multiple regions. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in controllership, manufacturing finance, and audit leadership, along with the ability to build strong partnerships across finance, operations, and executive leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Guide the corporate accounting function while fostering alignment with international teams and promoting a culture centered on accountability, clarity, and continuous progress.</p><p>• Establish and enhance a worldwide internal control structure that supports compliance, protects company assets, and reduces financial risk across all entities.</p><p>• Direct the development, governance, and application of accounting policies covering U.S. standards, international requirements, and local statutory obligations.</p><p>• Lead external audit activities and strengthen internal audit practices by driving timely issue resolution, accurate documentation, and adherence to control expectations.</p><p>• Oversee consolidated financial reporting and ensure management and statutory reports are delivered accurately, clearly, and within required deadlines across global operations.</p><p>• Partner with operations and supply chain leaders to improve standard costing practices, inventory valuation, margin analysis, and visibility into manufacturing cost drivers.</p><p>• Provide financial insight that supports pricing decisions, capital allocation, productivity initiatives, and broader business performance improvement efforts.</p><p>• Evaluate and improve finance systems, reporting tools, and automation capabilities to increase scalability, shorten close timelines, and improve reporting quality.</p><p>• Advance efficient shared services practices across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and related transactional processes while promoting standardization.</p><p>• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership by translating financial data into actionable recommendations that support profitable growth and operational excellence.th</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>