Lead Accountant
$74,000–$93,000 year
On-siteDes Moines, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Own significant accounting processes and major account areas within the monthly close cycle, coordinating close activities and ensuring timely deliverables across stakeholders. Review complex journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules, while analyzing financial results to identify trends, risks, or unusual transactions. Serve as a technical resource for accounting staff on reporting matters, facilitating resolution of complex issues and leading preparation of audit schedules. Assist in developing internal controls, participating in system implementations, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and control effectiveness. Train, mentor, and provide day-to-day guidance to Accountants and Senior Accountants. Requires 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience, GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel skills.
Required Qualifications
- 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
- A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED
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