Accounting Manager Job at Palmer Group in Iowa

Palmer Group has partnered with our client in their search for an Accounting Manager to join their team. This role will collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer to handle all daily financial operations for the company and will hold responsibility for financial reporting, core bookkeeping, reconciliations, transaction-level accounting, and process execution. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding attention to detail, strong communication and collaboration, and excellent computer skills. To be considered for this opportunity, apply today!

Work model:

• On-Site

What you will do:

• Record and categorize all financial activities, including vendor bills, journal entries, bank activity, and customer payments
• Ensure the general ledger records are current and accurate
• Oversee the month-end close process, including the preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals
• Collaborate with the CFO to guarantee accurate and prompt reporting
• Oversee the complete AP and AR processes, including customer invoicing, collections, approvals, check runs, and vendor invoice entry
• Keep up-to-date customer and vendor records
• Track daily cash activity and reconcile bank accounts
• Handle the processing of incoming and outgoing financial payments, deposit records, and ACH activity
• Ensure accurate and prompt payroll processing through collaboration with the PEO
• Record employee hours, PTO, bonuses, and updates
• Review payroll reports and verify accurate posting to the GL
• Generate event cost summaries, internal financial reports, and ad hoc analyses when requested by the CFO
• Manage schedules for prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other regularly occurring items
• Provide support for the preparation of insurance audit documentation, 1099 filings, annual tax returns, and sales/use tax reporting
• Coordinate with outside accountants to manage document requests
• Assist in the development and execution of streamlined financial processes
• Document processes and controls designed to grow with the organization and enhance accuracy
• Assist with optimizing system workflows, maintaining data integrity, and the setup of accounting software
• Contribute to the improvement of software tools to aid financial operations
• Offer further administrative or financial support when needed by the CFO

What you will need to be successful:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (required)
• 3-5+ years of experience in full-cycle accounting
• Background in small business operations or hands-on work settings (preferred)
• Experience with bank platforms and accounting software
• Prior involvement in completing an audit cycle (preferred)
• Experience working with PEOs or outsourced payroll providers (preferred)
• High level of knowledge with accounting best practices and GAAP
• Outstanding attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Demonstrated reliability with the motivation and ability to work independently
• Excellent computer skills, particularly with Excel
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across departments
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with a high level of accountability
• Ability to travel occasionally for training or business support as needed

Benefits overview:

• Health and dental insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Palmer Group at (515) 225-7000 or email afjobs@thepalmergroup.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr