Accounting Manager

Join this family-owned, rapidly growing company as a motivated and detail-driven Accounting Manager! Our client is seeking someone to take ownership of their day-to-day accounting operations, lead a small but mighty team, and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of the financial processes. You’ll collaborate closely with the Assistant Controller and Director of Finance, making a real impact across the organization. If you’re a natural leader with a knack for numbers and a passion for process improvement, this is your opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Apply today!

Work model:

  • On-Site

What you will do:

  • Oversee daily accounting functions (AP, AR, GL) while mentoring a small team
  • Foster accountability, collaboration, and open communication through structured team meetings and performance development
  • Take full responsibility for the month-end close process, ensuring all deliverables are accurate and completed on time
  • Monitor daily cash activity and support the company’s broader cash strategy by maintaining accurate logs and reports
  • Ensure timely and accurate filing of sales and use taxes and maintain full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
  • Identify opportunities to elevate processes and team performance
  • Serve as the go-to person for accounting excellence

What you will need to be successful:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business
  • 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience, with a preference for construction industry experience
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor accounting professionals
  • Experience working in small-to-mid-sized teams is preferred
  • Highly organized, self-driven, and ethical
  • Ability to balance accuracy with efficiency in a dynamic, detail-focused environment

Benefits overview:

  • Vision, dental, and health insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO

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

Palmer Group Financial

3737 Woodland Ave, Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Reference: JOB-46939

Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Work Type: Direct Hire

Work Model: On-Site

Salary: $80,000 – $100,000 per Year

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