Staff Accountant

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries with strong attention to accuracy and supporting documentation.
• Maintain general ledger activity and review account balances to help ensure financial records remain complete and reliable.
• Absorb month-end close tasks, including reconciliations, variance review, and timely completion of assigned deliverables.
• Support accounting processes related to property management operations, including tracking financial activity across assigned properties.
• Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues efficiently.
• Help compile financial statements and internal reports for management review and operational decision-making.
• Partner with internal teams to gather accounting information, answer questions, and improve day-to-day financial accuracy.

Requirements

• Experience working in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role.
• Working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close procedures.
• Background in property management accounting within a real estate or property-related environment.
• Ability to analyze financial data, reconcile accounts, and investigate discrepancies.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for reporting and account analysis.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritize multiple assignments.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. Additional certifications such as CPA or CMA are a plus. Hands-on experience in property management accounting is essential.

Skills

• Accounting software proficiency (e.g., QuickBooks, Oracle, etc.)
• Excel and other spreadsheet tools for financial analysis and reporting
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time position based in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Company Information

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.