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Accounting Clerk

Job in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50381, USA
Listing for: Robert Half
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-02-18
Job specializations:
  • Management
  • Finance & Banking
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description

About the Role:

We're seeking a proactive and hands-on Accounting Manager to lead our Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams. This role is essential to maintaining efficient financial operations, fostering team accountability, and serving as a key liaison between departments. You'll oversee internal processes, manage vendor relationships, and be the final authority on customer account issues.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Team Leadership & Culture

+ Foster a culture of accountability with clear expectations and regular feedback.

+ Create a collaborative, approachable, and supportive team environment.

+ Manage team workloads and reallocate duties as needed to maintain efficiency.

+ Accounts Payable

+ Oversee invoice and credit processing.

+ Manage check payment schedules and ensure timely vendor payments.

+ Accounts Receivable

+ Supervise payment and refund processing.

+ Provide clarity on customer account activity and resolve escalated issues.

+ Cross-Functional Collaboration

+ Act as a liaison between finance and other departments.

+ Provide training and guidance on financial procedures and policies.

+ Ensure compliance with company standards across teams.

+ Process Improvement

+ Be hands-on with departmental processes.

+ Analyze and implement changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

+ Administrative Oversight

+ Manage vendor contracts and related documentation.

+ Support corporate initiatives and fulfill additional duties as needed.

Requirements

What You'll Bring:

+ Proven experience managing AR/AP teams.

+ Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to navigate cross-functional collaboration with confidence.

+ A proactive mindset for process improvement and problem-solving.

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  for more information.

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