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36 results for Tax Accountant in West Des Moines, IA

PT AP/Payroll Specialist
  • Clive, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 45000.00 - 55000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled PT AP/Payroll Specialist to join our client's team in Clive, Iowa. This role involves handling payroll operations and accounts payable tasks with a focus on accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in AP and managing payroll processes for mid-sized organizations and a strong attention to detail.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll for employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments.</p><p>• Manage full-cycle payroll operations, including deductions and adjustments.</p><p>• Handle payroll tasks for organizations with 101-500 employees.</p><p>• Administer garnishments and other payroll-specific compliance requirements.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts payable and ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll-related inquiries and issues.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records of payroll and AP transactions in accordance with company policies.</p><p>• Generate reports related to payroll and accounts payable as needed.</p><p>• Stay updated on payroll regulations and ensure compliance with local and federal laws.</p>
  • 2025-08-22T15:18:45Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Marshaltown, IA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Marshalltown, Iowa.</p><p><br></p><p>In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely communication with clients. This role requires a proactive individual with excellent organizational skills and a strong background in accounts receivable processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounts receivable processes, including billing, collections, and cash applications.</p><p>• Audit and reconcile financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Input invoices and perform data entry to support ongoing system requirements.</p><p>• Reach out to customers to clarify and resolve billing discrepancies.</p><p>• Clean up and organize accounts receivable records to improve efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth financial operations.</p><p>• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue payments.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports related to accounts receivable activities.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of documentation for audits or reviews.</p><p><br></p><p>Please apply directly on the Robert Half careers page!</p>
  • 2025-09-05T19:43:43Z
Bookkeeper
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable <strong>Bookkeeper</strong> to join our team, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients. This role will involve standard bookkeeping duties, including general accounting tasks and payroll processing, while allowing opportunities for cross-training to expand your skills. If you enjoy working with a variety of clients, thrive on organization, and have expertise with QuickBooks, we’d love to hear from you!</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>General Bookkeeping:</strong> Manage day-to-day bookkeeping duties for a variety of clients across different industries, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.</li><li><strong>Payroll Processing:</strong> Handle payroll processing tasks for multiple clients with accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li><strong>Client Management:</strong> Maintain professional relationships with an assigned portfolio of approximately 17 clients, ensuring their financial needs and bookkeeping items are met timely.</li><li><strong>Software Utilization:</strong> Work with both <strong>QuickBooks Desktop</strong> and <strong>QuickBooks Online</strong> to manage client accounts efficiently.</li><li><strong>Cross-Training & Collaboration:</strong> Participate in cross-training initiatives to enhance knowledge of best practices across industries and provide backup support as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-08-29T14:05:01Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Johnston, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 52000.00 - 58000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Johnston, Iowa. The role involves comprehensive management of accounts payable operations in our organization. The primary responsibilities include efficient processing of invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring adherence to our internal policies and regulatory standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Efficiently process and verify invoices, ensuring their accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures.<br>• Maintain and update vendor information in the accounting system, ensuring all data is current and accurate.<br>• Handle inquiries from vendors in a detail oriented and timely manner, addressing payment status, discrepancies, and account issues.<br>• Conduct regular reviews and reconciliations of purchase orders, contracts, and statements to ensure accurate and authorized payments.<br>• Prepare and process various payment modes such as check runs, ACH payments, and credit card payments, adhering to established schedules.<br>• Maintain and update payment records, reconciling accounts payable ledgers on a monthly basis.<br>• Collaborate with other departments like purchasing, receiving, and finance to resolve discrepancies and ensure proper documentation for payments.<br>• Participate in audits, providing necessary documentation to auditors as required.<br>• Ensure compliance with specific billing regulations, including HIPAA and other regulatory requirements related to finance.<br>• Monitor and report on outstanding payables, ensuring timely payments and identifying any potential issues or discrepancies.<br>• Support continuous improvement initiatives for accounts payable processes and systems.
  • 2025-08-22T15:34:28Z
Sr. AP/AR Specialist
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 52000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>A leading marketing and distribution company in the Des Moines area is looking to add a Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team! This would be a great opportunity for someone with inventory accounting experience! </p><p>Main Responsibilities:</p><p>·        Match invoices to purchase orders and warehouse receipts and enter into accounting system</p><p>·        Research discrepancies and escalate as needed to resolve</p><p>·        Ensure timely payment to vendors (checks, ACH, wires) and record payments accurately</p><p>·        Reconcile accounts payable detail to general ledger daily</p><p>·        Reconcile vendor statements to the general ledger monthly</p><p>·        Communicate effectively with vendors and internal departments to resolve issues</p><p>·  Posts customer payments by recording cash, check, ACH, wire and EFT transactions</p><p>·        Apply customer payments to correct invoice using Excell software and accounting programs</p><p> </p><p>Why work for this company:</p><p>This company strives to show appreciation to their employees by hosting company events and showing individual recognition to each employee! If you are looking for a company that has a very relaxed and fun work environment and allows you the opportunity to have your voice be heard, then this may be the place for you!</p>
  • 2025-08-22T15:24:03Z
Controller
  • Urbandale, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are offering a unique opportunity for a Controller in URBANDALE, Iowa, United States. The Controller will be a vital part of our team, focusing on overseeing the accounting functions, ensuring compliance with auditing standards, and managing budget processes. The role will also involve using accounting software systems like Great Plains Dynamics and carrying out month-end close procedures.<br><br>Responsibilities: <br><br>• Overseeing all accounting functions to ensure the efficient operation of the department<br>• Utilizing accounting software systems such as Great Plains Dynamics for data management<br>• Conducting regular audits to ensure compliance with established financial regulations and standards<br>• Managing budget processes, including planning, tracking, and reporting<br>• Carrying out month-end close procedures, including account reconciliations and financial reporting<br>• Ensuring accurate record-keeping and maintaining up-to-date financial information.
  • 2025-08-22T15:34:28Z
Controller
  • Clive, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a Des Moines client looking to hire a motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Controller</strong> to lead their financial operations and ensure organizational excellence. If you’re a proactive leader with a proven track record in accounting, process improvement, and team development, we want to hear from you! This is an opportunity to drive meaningful impact in a dynamic environment while collaborating with senior management and cross-functional teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Leadership & Team Development:</strong></li><li>Train and nurture the accounting team to foster individual and collective growth. Inspire team members to achieve their highest potential in alignment with company goals.</li><li><strong>Financial Compliance & Reporting:</strong></li><li>Monitor and ensure compliance with all financial reporting regulations and standards. Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, supported by thorough documentation, to facilitate internal and external audits.</li><li><strong>Treasury Operations:</strong></li><li>Oversee all treasury functions, including liquidity management, maintaining banking relationships, debt management, and mitigating financial risks.</li><li><strong>Planning, Forecasting, & Analytics:</strong></li><li>Build dynamic financial models, detailed budgets, and forecasts to provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.</li><li><strong>Internal Controls & Process Optimization:</strong></li><li>Partner with business leaders to implement robust internal controls, streamline accounting processes, and improve organizational performance.</li><li><strong>Policy Development:</strong></li><li>Develop, implement, and enforce financial policies and procedures to ensure consistency and alignment with organizational goals.</li><li><strong>Collaboration:</strong></li><li>Build strong, cross-functional relationships across departments to enhance teamwork and foster a proactive, customer-focused accounting function.</li><li><strong>Regulatory Updates:</strong></li><li>Stay current on new regulations, accounting standards, and industry trends, ensuring the company’s practices remain compliant with necessary adjustments.</li><li><strong>Operational Strategy & Special Projects:</strong></li><li>Lead or contribute to key process improvements and organization-wide projects to support strategic objectives.</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-05T21:24:10Z
Audit Manager - Public
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 115000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Audit Manager - Public in the thriving industry of public accounting. Based in a vibrant city in Iowa, the successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing a range of audit activities and contributing to the firm's growth and development. <br><br>Responsibilities: <br><br>• Lead, plan, and execute audits with precision and efficiency<br>• Supervise a team of audit professionals, ensuring all tasks are performed accurately and on schedule<br>• Foster clear communication and strong relationships with clients, addressing their needs and concerns promptly<br>• Identify potential audit risks and devise effective strategies to manage them<br>• Collaborate with partners to strategize and seize new business opportunities<br>• Stay updated with the latest auditing regulations and standards, applying this knowledge to daily operations<br>• Contribute to the detail-oriented development of staff through mentoring, training, and performance evaluations<br>• Utilize various accounting software systems to facilitate audit processes<br>• Develop and implement audit programs and plans to ensure comprehensive audit engagements.
  • 2025-08-22T15:28:43Z
Audit Sr. - Public
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Auditor with a background in public accounting to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. This role offers the opportunity to apply your auditing expertise to assess compliance, evaluate financial records, and deliver accurate reporting. If you thrive in a collaborative and detail-oriented environment, this position is an ideal fit for you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct thorough audits to ensure compliance with established financial and regulatory standards.<br>• Evaluate financial statements and records for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to reporting guidelines.<br>• Develop and execute audit plans tailored to specific client needs and organizational objectives.<br>• Lead audit engagements, providing guidance and support to less experienced team members.<br>• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to management or clients.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve discrepancies or issues.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel skills and industry-specific software to streamline audit processes.<br>• Stay updated on changes in financial reporting standards and industry best practices.<br>• Ensure all audit activities are completed within designated timelines and budgets.
  • 2025-08-22T15:24:03Z
Financial Data Analyst
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for using data to drive impactful business decisions? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your financial expertise and analytical skills can influence strategy and program success? If you’re looking for a role that combines data analysis, financial forecasting, and creativity, this opportunity is for you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You Should Apply:</strong></p><p> This is your chance to combine financial expertise, data analysis skills, and innovative thinking to make a difference! If you're driven by results, inspired by collaboration, and excited to bring data-driven insights to life, send a current resume to Kristen Lee on LinkedIn or apply directly to this posting today!</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking a Financial Data Analyst to join our team based in Des Moines, IA. This hybrid role where you will play a key role in analyzing financial and program data, creating insights that steer strategic decision-making, and shaping the success of energy efficiency initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Evaluate and interpret complex financial and program data to uncover actionable insights that improve performance and efficiency.</li><li>Build and maintain financial dashboards and tracking tools to monitor metrics with clarity and precision.</li><li>Prepare comprehensive reports and engaging presentations for stakeholders, communicating financial insights that drive results.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to align analytical findings with business objectives.</li><li>Contribute to financial forecasting, accounts payable processes, and overall financial planning efforts.</li><li>Support the creation of program documentation, including guidelines, manuals, and visual management tools.</li><li>Monitor program expenses and identify opportunities for cost optimization or risk mitigation.</li><li>Assist in developing and implementing strategies that ensure program success and align with organizational goals.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-05T21:24:10Z
Credit Manager
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Credit Manager to lead our credit and collections operations in Des Moines, Iowa. This role is essential in evaluating customer creditworthiness, setting credit limits, and developing strategies to minimize credit risk while fostering positive relationships with clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis, leadership, and risk management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and manage a team of credit and collections professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.<br>• Oversee accounts receivable processes, including monitoring aging reports and ensuring timely collection efforts.<br>• Analyze customer financial data, credit histories, and payment trends to assess creditworthiness and set appropriate credit limits.<br>• Develop and enforce credit policies and procedures to mitigate risk and optimize cash flow.<br>• Collaborate with Sales and Customer Service teams to address billing discrepancies and maintain strong client relationships.<br>• Prepare detailed reports and metrics on credit risk, collections performance, and accounts receivable status for senior management.<br>• Identify and implement process improvements and automation tools to enhance operational efficiency.<br>• Approve or recommend credit terms for new and existing customers, ensuring compliance with company policies.<br>• Coordinate with external collection agencies to recover overdue accounts when necessary.
  • 2025-08-22T15:18:45Z
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