Category: Accounting & Finance

Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Work Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000

Work Model: On-Site

Reference #: 45827

The Accounting Manager will lead financial operations, reporting, and analysis, oversee the accounting team, and support strategic business decisions. This role partners with leadership to drive financial performance, ensure compliance, and improve processes across the organization. Apply now to take the next step in your accounting leadership career!

Work Model:

  • On-Site

What You Will Do:

  • Lead financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, and financial analysis to support business decisions
  • Maintain internal controls, ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations, and coordinate audits
  • Oversee cost accounting, pricing, profitability analysis, variance reporting, banking relationships, and financial oversight activities
  • Manage and develop the accounting team, fostering a high-performance culture
  • Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and reporting enhancements
  • Partner with cross-functional leaders to support strategic planning, operational initiatives, and organizational goals

What You Will Need to Be Successful:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, cost accounting, and internal controls
  • Manufacturing or industrial accounting experience preferred
  • Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Proven leadership, analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities

Benefits Overview:

  • Health insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO
  • ESOP

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

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About Palmer Group

At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.

As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options.

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