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We are looking for a highly driven Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in West Des Moines, IA. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to financial planning and analysis efforts, ensuring accurate reporting and supporting key business objectives. The role is critical in managing fixed assets and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive financial success.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee monthly financial close processes and ensure compliance with quarterly accounting requirements.

• Conduct variance analysis to identify deviations from budget, forecast, and prior periods, providing actionable insights.

• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in alignment with established accounting standards.

• Perform ad hoc financial analyses and tasks to support decision-making and business objectives.

• Evaluate and prioritize capital expenditure proposals to align with organizational goals.

• Manage the annual capital budget and track project spending to maintain financial oversight.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate project assumptions, timelines, and deliverables.

• Drive initiatives related to fixed asset management and ensure proper alignment with financial strategies.

• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and organizational policies in all financial operations.

• Support the development and improvement of financial processes and reporting mechanisms.

Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA or MBA is highly preferred.

• Extensive experience in financial analysis, reporting, and capital planning.

• Proficiency in SAP R/3 and other financial management tools.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and variance analysis techniques.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within tight deadlines.

• Experience in manufacturing or similar industries is a plus.

• Proven ability to perform ad hoc analyses and provide actionable recommendations.

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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