Top 73 Financial accountant Jobs in Des Moines Ia

Lead Accountant
LCS —Des Moines, IA
- $74,000 - $93,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Staff Accountant
Siegwerk Druckfarben AG & Co. KGaA —Des Moines, IA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
Senior Staff Accountant
WesleyLife —Johnston, IA
- Microsoft Word
- Bachelor of Science
- Pass drug screening
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Senior Staff Accountant
The Encompass Group —Des Moines, IA
- $75,243.32 - $90,615.61 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
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6d
Staff Accountant
Krause Group —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Staff Accountant II
Marsh —Urbandale, IA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- SQL
11d
Accountant II
UnityPoint Health —West Des Moines, IA
- Temporary
- Remote
- CPA
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
1d
Accountant 2
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- CPA
- High school
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
6d
Accountant
Marsh —Urbandale, IA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Office
- Microsoft Office
8d
Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting Lead
John Deere —Johnston, IA
- $109,548 - $164,316 a year
- 18 years or older
- 7 years
- CPA
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Corporate Accountant
The Waldinger Corp. —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Profit sharing
- AD&D insurance
Quick Apply
Senior Accountant
Titan International, Inc. —Des Moines, IA
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
Temporary Accountant
State of Iowa —Des Moines, IA
- Temporary
- Mid-level
- Office
- Administrative experience
4d
Auditor/Auditor II
MidAmerican Energy Company —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Finance
Investment Accounting Manager
FBL Financial Group, Inc. —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- CPA
- English
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
13d
Director, Project Accounting
Farnsworth Group —Waukee, IA
- Online Application
- Microsoft Outlook
- CPA
- Office
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Senior Accountant
The Reserves Network Inc —Des Moines, IA
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Senior Tax Accountant
Vaco by Highspring —Des Moines, IA
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- 5 years
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Senior Accountant
Carrier Access IT —Clive, IA
- Research
- Office
- Finance
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Staff Accountant
S&S Employment Partners —Johnston, IA
- $55,000 - $70,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills

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Lead Accountant

LCS -
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$74,000 - $93,000 a year

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Parental leave
401(k) matching
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance

Qualifications

Financial reporting process management
Team supervision
Team development
Managing accounting teams
Mentoring
Accounting and finance experience
Training
Cross-functional collaboration

Full Job Description

The Lead Accountant is responsible for leading key accounting processes and serving as a subject matter resource for assigned accounting areas. This role oversees complex accounting activities, coordinates close responsibilities across multiple stakeholders, and drives process standardization and continuous improvement efforts. The Lead Accountant provides technical guidance to accounting staff and helps ensure accounting accuracy, compliance, and operational effectiveness.

This role performs work under minimal supervision and handles complex issues and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.

Experience is Everything.

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of seniors.

What You’ll Do:

Own significant accounting processes and major account areas within the monthly close cycle.
Coordinate close activities and ensure timely completion of deliverables across accounting stakeholders.
Review complex journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules.
Analyze financial results and identify trends, risks, or unusual transactions requiring further review.
Serve as a resource for accounting staff on technical accounting and reporting matters.
Facilitate resolution of complex accounting issues and reconciliations.
Lead preparation of audit schedules and coordinate responses to auditor requests.
Assist in development, documentation, and enhancement of accounting procedures and internal controls.
Train, mentor, and provide day-to-day guidance to Accountants and Senior Accountants.
Participate in system implementations, acquisitions, transitions, and special projects.
Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and control effectiveness.

What We’re Looking For:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
4-6 years of progressive accounting, reporting, audit, or finance experience.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
Experience owning significant areas of the financial close process.
Demonstrated ability to review complex accounting transactions and identify accounting risks.
Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
Ability to influence peers and coordinate work across functional teams.
Advanced Excel and accounting systems expertise.
Experience mentoring and developing accounting professionals.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter.

Why Join Us?

Industry Leader.

Inclusive & collaborative culture.

Top Workplace USA.

Top Workplace Iowa.

Charity and community involvement.

Outstanding advancement opportunities.

Ongoing career development.

Benefits

Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time. We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(K) with company match and paid parental leave.

Our Commitment

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: https://www.lcsliving.com

Additional Information

Travel frequency: 0-10%

Estimated Salary: $74,000 - $93,000

The actual title & salary will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED.

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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