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Senior Accounting Specialist

Job in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50381, USA
Listing for: Robert Half
Seasonal/Temporary position Listed on 2026-11-08

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Description

If you're looking for a role where your work truly matters, this is an opportunity to step into a highly visible position supporting a well-established manufacturing organization with approximately 600 employees. You'll take ownership of critical accounting processes while gaining exposure to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, billing, inventory accounting, and month-end close activities.

This isn't a role where you're stuck doing the same task every day. You'll work across multiple areas of accounting, partner with operations and purchasing teams, and play an important role in helping the business run smoothly.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

✅ Established and financially stable manufacturing company

✅ High-impact role with visibility across the organization

✅ Opportunity to expand beyond Accounts Payable into broader accounting functions

✅ Collaborative team environment with approachable leadership

✅ Long-tenured employees and strong company culture

✅ Hands-on role with variety and continuous learning opportunities

✅ Great opportunity for someone seeking long-term growth and stability

WWhat You'll Be Doing

Own the Accounts Payable Function

You'll serve as the go-to person for a large-volume AP process, ensuring invoices, payments, and vendor accounts are handled accurately and efficiently.

+ Review and process vendor invoices and supporting documentation

+ Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies

+ Schedule and process payments while maintaining audit-ready records

+ Monitor AP aging and vendor balances

+ Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and streamline processes

Expand into Accounts Receivable & Billing

As you become established in the role, you'll gain additional exposure to customer billing and receivable activities.

+ Prepare and process customer invoices

+ Record transactions and post to the general ledger

+ Assist with collections and receivable tracking

+ Support billing for both routine and high-dollar transactions

Gain Exposure to Inventory & Month-End Accounting

This role offers a unique opportunity to learn and contribute beyond transactional accounting.

+ Support inventory accounting for significant inventory balances

+ Assist with reconciliations and financial reporting

+ Participate in month-end close processes

+ Help maintain accurate accounting records and documentation

Partner Across the Business

You'll work closely with purchasing, operations, vendors, and internal stakeholders to solve problems and keep processes moving.

+ Respond to vendor and internal inquiries

+ Monitor shared department inboxes

+ Build strong relationships across departments

+ Support continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

Detail-oriented and highly organized

Comfortable working independently

Strong in Accounts Payable and accounting fundamentals

A proactive problem solver

Able to communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams

Interested in expanding their accounting knowledge beyond AP

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  for more information.

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Position Requirements

10+ Years work experience
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