Job ID: CE8949701111
Location: Des Moines, IA
Category: Accounting & Finance
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 12/02/2025
Senior Accountant | $90,000–100,000 | Direct Hire
Hybrid- Des Moines, Iowa
What Matters Most
• Annual salary range of $85,000–100,000, depending on experience
• Full-time, hybrid role based in the Des Moines Metro
• Direct hire opportunity with a respected, mission-driven organization
• Annual salary range of $85,000–100,000, depending on experience
• Full-time, hybrid role based in the Des Moines Metro
• Direct hire opportunity with a respected, mission-driven organization
Job Description
A well-established Iowa-based non-profit company is seeking a Senior Accountant to support accounting operations, payroll administration, and financial reporting for multiple entities. This individual will play a central role in preparing financial statements, managing payroll compliance, and leading audit and tax-related processes. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven organization that invests directly in community health and wellness initiatives.
A well-established Iowa-based non-profit company is seeking a Senior Accountant to support accounting operations, payroll administration, and financial reporting for multiple entities. This individual will play a central role in preparing financial statements, managing payroll compliance, and leading audit and tax-related processes. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven organization that invests directly in community health and wellness initiatives.
Responsibilities
• Manage full-cycle payroll processing and ensure compliance with all state and federal requirements.
• Prepare accurate GAAP-based financial statements, reports, and forecasts for multiple entities.
• Lead or support annual audits (financial, 401k, SOC) and coordinate tax and regulatory filings.
• Partner with HR and Benefits teams to align payroll, compensation, and system data.
• Serve as a back-up for cash management and oversee internal incentive and commission reporting.
• Drive process improvements across full cycle accounting functions that enhance financial accuracy, efficiency, and reporting integrity.
• Manage full-cycle payroll processing and ensure compliance with all state and federal requirements.
• Prepare accurate GAAP-based financial statements, reports, and forecasts for multiple entities.
• Lead or support annual audits (financial, 401k, SOC) and coordinate tax and regulatory filings.
• Partner with HR and Benefits teams to align payroll, compensation, and system data.
• Serve as a back-up for cash management and oversee internal incentive and commission reporting.
• Drive process improvements across full cycle accounting functions that enhance financial accuracy, efficiency, and reporting integrity.
Qualifications and Strengths
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• 5+ years of accounting experience with demonstrated strength in payroll, full-cycle accounting, and financial reporting
• Proficiency with technology & ERP systems advanced Excel skills preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• 5+ years of accounting experience with demonstrated strength in payroll, full-cycle accounting, and financial reporting
• Proficiency with technology & ERP systems advanced Excel skills preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment
Benefits
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Annual company bonus incentive
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Annual company bonus incentive
Your New Organization
Join a trusted Iowa-based organization committed to improving health and wellness through integrity, innovation, and community investment. The finance team operates in a collaborative, high-performance environment that values accuracy, service, and professional growth. This role offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact while supporting an organization that reinvests directly into the communities it serves.
Join a trusted Iowa-based organization committed to improving health and wellness through integrity, innovation, and community investment. The finance team operates in a collaborative, high-performance environment that values accuracy, service, and professional growth. This role offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact while supporting an organization that reinvests directly into the communities it serves.
Your Career Partner
The Reserves Network – Finance, Accounting & Executive Search connects skilled professionals with reputable employers across the Des Moines metro and beyond. Our dedicated team aligns your career goals with organizations where you can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
The Reserves Network – Finance, Accounting & Executive Search connects skilled professionals with reputable employers across the Des Moines metro and beyond. Our dedicated team aligns your career goals with organizations where you can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
