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Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supporting tax compliance, and managing fixed asset accounting. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in accounting within construction or manufacturing industries, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough reviews and reconciliations of balance sheets each month, ensuring timely completion and accuracy.

• Prepare and process recurring journal entries on a monthly basis.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounts payable, including disputed or overdue accounts.

• Manage sales and use tax filings for multiple states, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.

• Collaborate with other departments to assist with the setup of sales and use tax processes.

• Work closely with tax accountants to address lease accounting under ASC 842.

• Maintain and update fixed asset records using specialized accounting software.

• Record monthly depreciation entries for fixed assets and ensure proper documentation.

• Verify lien waivers related to customer payments and maintain compliance.

• Oversee business registrations and contractor licenses, including researching requirements for new locations. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.

• At least 3 years of accounting experience, with exposure to construction or manufacturing industries.

• Proficiency in month-end close processes and general ledger management.

• Strong knowledge of journal entries and account reconciliation.

• Experience with bank reconciliations and fixed asset accounting.

• Familiarity with sales and use tax compliance across multiple states.

• Ability to work collaboratively with tax accountants and various departments.

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and analytical skills.

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.

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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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