Accounting Manager/Supervisor

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join a respected family-owned organization in Ames, Iowa. This position offers the chance to lead core accounting operations while supporting sound financial decision-making across the business. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to keep monthly processes, payroll activities, and audit coordination running smoothly. Responsibilities: • Lead and support a small accounting team, providing direction, oversight, and day-to-day guidance to ensure accurate and timely work. • Manage the monthly close process, including review of entries, reconciliations, and financial results. • Oversee payroll administration to help ensure employees are paid correctly and in compliance with applicable requirements. • Analyze financial information and translate data into meaningful insights for organizational leadership and operational partners. • Coordinate with external auditors by preparing documentation, answering questions, and helping facilitate an efficient audit process. • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through careful review of account activity, reconciliations, and supporting documentation. • Prepare and review journal entries and related accounting records to support accurate financial reporting. • Contribute to accounting-related implementation activities tied to the organization’s upcoming ERP initiative. • Identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, internal controls, and the overall efficiency of accounting processes. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required. • At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience in a related role. • Hands-on experience managing month-end close activities, general ledger accounting, and account reconciliations. • Knowledge of payroll processes and financial statement audit support. • Ability to prepare and review journal entries and financial data with a high degree of accuracy. • Prior experience leading or supervising staff is strongly preferred. • Background in construction or agriculture is preferred. • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication 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. 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 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.