Senior Accountant

Easterseals Iowa • Des Moines, IA

21h

About The Position

Easterseals is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to lead our day-to-day financial operations. This role is designed for a meticulous professional who excels in the full accounting cycle—from monthly financial statement preparation and general ledger management to audit support and budget analysis. Operating with high independence and integrity, you will maintain systems and reports that protect our resources and ensure our agency remains a gold standard of fiscal responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of computers and computerized accounting system; nonprofit accounting knowledge preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure, maintain accuracy and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
• Ability to work cooperatively with team members and the public in a professional and concerned manner.
• Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Access to reliable transportation for work-related travel.

Nice To Haves

• nonprofit accounting knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparation and review of monthly financial statements
• Prepare and record monthly general ledger journal entries
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for bank accounts
• Prepare and make bank deposits, using either remote access or in person
• Review Accounts Payable invoices for accuracy and process payments from the operating account
• Process payments for grants
• Maintain agency credit card and gasoline fleet cards.
• Responsible for Financial Edge maintenance
• Perform monthly postings in Financial Edge for all accounting activity
• Responsible for Child Development Center’s billing system maintenance
• Prepare rental invoices monthly
• Review A/R cash receipts posted monthly; run an Accounts Receivable aging report monthly, and review outstanding balances
• Assist with annual budget preparation and entering the budget in Financial Edge
• Assist with annual audit, providing documentation as requested by the auditors
• Assist in preparing cost reports and other special projects
• Other duties as assigned.
• Complete duties and responsibilities timely and accurate. Support the development of accurate and complete financial reports.
• Assist department directors obtain timely and accurate financial information. Return email and phone calls within twenty-four hours.
• Complete duties as assigned with accuracy and timely, identify tools to assist leadership find answers to manage operations of the organization
• Provide information to department directors allowing them to make operational decisions, assist our internal customers in understanding financial information and be proactive in helping seek solutions to problems.
• Follow all policy and procedure. Provide accurate and timely information.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment, identify trends and processes to protect Easterseals resources
• Assist with data collection as requested, utlize Easterseals resources wisely, conduct business in a professional and welcoming manner.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development within the organization.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of individuals and families in our community.
• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees