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Robert Half Finance & Accounting

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Location
Ankeny, IA
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Associate's degree

Job overview

The role offers an accountant position with exposure to accounts payable, receivable, reconciliations, financial and project reporting, month‑end close, tax support, and process improvement, within a collaborative team focused on growth and development in the construction finance sector.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Construction AccountingJob CostingSubcontractor ProcessesLien WaiversProject‑Based AccountingSage 300 CRE

Qualifications

Construction Accounting ExperienceJob Costing KnowledgeSubcontractor Processes KnowledgeLien Waivers KnowledgeProject‑Based Accounting KnowledgeSage 300 CREAssociate's Degree in Accounting or FinanceBachelor's Degree in Accounting or FinanceInternship or Bookkeeping Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Description

Build Your Accounting Career With a Company That Invests in Your Growth

Whether you're an experienced accounting professional with construction industry experience or a recent accounting graduate eager to learn, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with a company that values development, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

We're seeking an Accountant to join our collaborative accounting team. This role offers exposure to all aspects of the accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end close activities. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, gain valuable hands-on experience, and have opportunities to expand your responsibilities as you grow.

If you're motivated, detail-oriented, and excited about building a successful accounting career, we'd love to talk with you.

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll gain experience across a wide variety of accounting functions, including:

  • Accounts payable processing, vendor management, and payment administration

  • Accounts receivable activities, cash applications, and customer account support

  • Account reconciliations, research, and problem resolution

  • Financial reporting and project performance reporting

  • Month-end and year-end close support

  • Tax documentation and compliance support

  • Process improvement initiatives and special projects

As your knowledge grows, you'll have the opportunity to take on additional responsibilities and become a key contributor to the accounting team.

Why Join Us?

At our company, you're more than just a number. We believe in creating an environment where employees are supported, challenged, and given opportunities to develop professionally.

  • Strong team environment with leaders who enjoy mentoring and developing employees

  • Opportunity to learn all facets of accounting and construction finance

  • Growing organization with long-term career advancement potential

  • Culture that values collaboration, respect, accountability, and innovation

  • Company where your ideas are welcomed and continuous improvement is encouraged

  • Exposure to operations and project accounting, providing experience beyond traditional accounting roles

Requirements

Who We're Looking For

We're open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including:

Experienced Professionals

  • Construction accounting experience preferred

  • Knowledge of job costing, subcontractor processes, lien waivers, and project-based accounting

  • Experience with Sage 300 CRE or similar accounting software is a plus

Emerging Accounting Professionals

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • Internship, bookkeeping, or entry-level accounting experience welcomed

  • Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and develop professionally

  • Desire to build a long-term career in accounting

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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