<p>We are seeking a <strong>Senior Cost Analyst</strong> with <strong>direct construction cost management</strong> experience to support large-scale utility construction and maintenance projects. This role is responsible for <strong>project cost tracking, forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial reporting</strong> across a portfolio of capital projects.</p><p>The right candidate will have hands-on experience partnering with <strong>project managers, construction supervisors, engineering, and field operations</strong> to ensure project costs remain aligned with scope, schedule, and budget.</p><p>This is a highly visible, fast-paced, and cross-functional role requiring accuracy, proactivity, and strong business acumen.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Construction Cost Management</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full lifecycle cost tracking for <strong>construction and maintenance capital projects</strong>.</li><li>Monitor project budgets, actuals, commitments, accruals, and change orders.</li><li>Maintain detailed job costing and cost performance reporting at the <strong>project, component, and work order</strong> levels.</li><li>Work closely with engineering, construction, and field leadership to validate labor, material, contractor, and equipment costs.</li></ul><p><strong>Forecasting & Variance Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare <strong>monthly and quarterly forecasts</strong>, including spend projections, risk adjustments, and completion estimates.</li><li>Analyze <strong>budget-to-actual variance</strong> drivers and provide insights to project managers and leadership.</li><li>Support development of annual capital budgets and long-range project cost plans.</li><li>Identify cost risks and opportunities early and recommend corrective action.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and deliver project cost reports, dashboards, and financial summaries to PMO, finance, and construction leaders.</li><li>Ensure alignment with <strong>GAAP, internal policies, capital project accounting rules</strong>, and audit requirements.</li><li>Support month-end close, cost accruals, journal entries, and project reconciliations.</li></ul><p><strong>Cross-Functional Partnership</strong></p><ul><li>Work directly with <strong>Construction Managers, Project Engineers, Field Supervisors, Finance, Supply Chain, and Accounting</strong>.</li><li>Participate in construction planning, project review meetings, and scope change evaluations.</li><li>Validate contractor invoices and provide financial insight during project negotiations.</li></ul><p><strong>Systems & Tools</strong></p><ul><li>Utilize enterprise systems (e.g., <strong>SAP, Oracle, FMIS, Passport, Maximo</strong>, or construction/utility project systems).</li><li>Build and maintain cost dashboards using <strong>Excel, Power BI, or similar tools</strong>.</li><li>Ensure accuracy of cost data within ERP and project management systems.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our client's team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial records and managing essential accounting tasks, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and contract administration. You will collaborate with team members, provide excellent customer service, and support month-end closing processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and update monthly order logs to ensure accurate tracking of financial data.</p><p>• Set up and oversee client contracts, ensuring compliance and proper documentation.</p><p>• Process invoices and handle accounts payable transactions promptly and accurately.</p><p>• Respond to client inquiries regarding billing and resolve issues efficiently.</p><p>• Post financial transactions to the correct general ledger accounts and maintain accounting system integrity.</p><p>• Process payments related to leases and manage receivables from external organizations.</p><p>• Assist with month-end closing tasks, including reconciling bank accounts, credit cards, payroll, and financial records.</p><p>• Adjust inventory and asset records as needed to maintain accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive company and financial information.</p><p>• Participate in team meetings and contribute to collaborative discussions to improve processes.</p>
<p>Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Staff or Senior Accountant to manage financial operations and reporting for multiple entities. The ideal candidate will have expertise in accounting, payroll management, accounts payable, and financial statement preparation, along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in accounting software. Responsibilities include general ledger management, reconciliations, cash receipt processing, fixed asset analyses, and cost reporting assistance, all while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Applicants should possess a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Treasury Analyst to join our team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role involves managing key financial operations, including liquidity analysis, investment strategies, and interest rate risk assessments. The ideal candidate will play a vital part in supporting decision-making processes by preparing detailed reports and offering actionable insights.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for senior leadership, the Asset/Liability Committee, and the Board, focusing on liquidity and balance sheet positions.<br>• Develop and refine presentations, models, and reports that assess the impact of strategies on liquidity, interest rate risk, earnings, and capital.<br>• Collaborate with external resources to validate financial modeling assumptions, such as deposit decay rates, loan prepayment speeds, and other metrics.<br>• Monitor market trends to recommend investment strategies that align with company objectives and policies.<br>• Facilitate the execution, trading, and settlement of securities within the investment portfolio, adhering to risk limits and procedures.<br>• Conduct thorough analysis of the investment portfolio to identify impairments using pricing spread evaluations.<br>• Support the preparation and communication of liquidity stress testing results to senior leadership and the Board.<br>• Provide analytical insights into hedging strategies used for managing interest rate risk and other financial exposures.<br>• Review and contribute to the revision of liquidity risk and hedging policies to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role involves leading and managing various projects and workstreams within a program, ensuring efficient execution and alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and expertise in strategic planning, change management, and project lifecycle processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee multiple workstreams and smaller projects within a program, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic objectives.</p><p>• Utilize strategic planning templates and processes to guide project execution and delivery.</p><p>• Develop and manage project plans, including requirements gathering, testing phases, and business readiness.</p><p>• Implement and maintain change control processes to address project scope adjustments effectively.</p><p>• Facilitate communication with executive leadership and key stakeholders, providing updates and addressing concerns.</p><p>• Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) and quality assurance (QA) processes to ensure project outcomes meet expectations.</p><p>• Monitor and manage project risks, ensuring proactive mitigation strategies are in place.</p><p>• Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment and seamless execution of program goals.</p><p>• Provide detailed reporting and documentation on project progress to relevant parties.</p><p>• Lead initiatives that enhance stakeholder engagement and streamline program management efforts.</p>
<p>Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about accuracy? Join a <strong>family-owned trucking company</strong> that values hard work, loyalty, and team spirit! We’re looking for an <strong>AR/Payroll Specialist</strong> to manage critical financial processes and support our growing team. This is a <strong>contract-to-hire</strong> position with the opportunity to become a permanent part of a company that treats employees like family.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Accounts Receivable Management</strong> – Process invoices, track payments, and ensure timely collections to maintain healthy cash flow.</li><li><strong>Payroll Processing</strong> – Accurately calculate and process weekly payroll for drivers and office staff, including deductions, benefits, and compliance with state/federal regulations.</li><li><strong>Data Accuracy & Reporting</strong> – Maintain detailed records in accounting software, reconcile accounts, and prepare reports for management.</li><li><strong>Customer & Driver Support</strong> – Respond to inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and payroll with professionalism and clarity.</li><li><strong>Team Collaboration</strong> – Work closely with operations and dispatch teams to ensure smooth financial processes and resolve discrepancies quickly.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Specialist – Join a Dynamic and Fast-Paced Team in Waterloo, IA!</strong></p><p>Are you a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with a passion for managing processes and keeping things running smoothly? We’re looking for a rockstar <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong> to join our client's team in Waterloo, Iowa, and contribute to the success of an exciting and fast-paced operation. If you're energized by high-volume tasks and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, this might be your perfect next step!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Inbox Mastery</strong>: Own and manage a shared AP email inbox handling high volume emails daily, including vendor communication, client invoices, and internal correspondence.</li><li><strong>Invoice Processing & Data Entry</strong>: Process 100+ invoices daily from various sources, including email, mail, and client portals. Use a 3-way match process to ensure purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documents align before entering data into our ERP (SAP family). Your speed and accuracy will make a real difference here.</li><li><strong>Expense Report Management</strong>: Post expense reports in Concur with ease</li><li><strong>Monthly Reconciliations</strong>: Participate in reconciling four accounts each month alongside your team to maintain financial accuracy and accountability.</li><li><strong>Excel & Reporting</strong>: Use Excel to filter and reference critical data—your ability to navigate this software will be key.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Now Hiring: Entry-Level Financial Analyst! Start Your Journey in Finance Today!</strong></p><p> </p><p>Are numbers your jam? Do you find joy in uncovering stories hidden in spreadsheets? Are you ready to embark on a career adventure at the intersection of data and decision-making? If yes, then YOU could be our next Financial Wizard (well, technically Entry-Level Financial Analyst…but that’s basically the same thing)!</p><p> </p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></p><p>As an Entry-Level Financial Analyst, your job will be all about helping us make smarter business decisions. Here's a snapshot of what that looks like:</p><ul><li>Dive into financial data and uncover actionable insights like a treasure-hunting data detective. 🕵️♂️</li><li>Assist in creating dazzling reports and presentations that will help us inform smart business strategies. Bonus points for creativity! 🎨📊</li><li>Track budgets, analyze trends, and contribute ideas for cost-saving opportunities. You’ll be a bit of a profit superhero! 🦸♀️</li><li>Learn on the fly and contribute to forecasting, financial modeling, market research, and more—it’s like having an all-access backstage pass to the business world.</li></ul><p><br></p>
