Senior Accountant
Company: Easterseals Iowa Careers
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: January 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: 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: Principle Accountabilities : •
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.
Easterseals Values Accountabilities Integrity: Complete duties and
responsibilities timely and accurate. Support the development of
accurate and complete financial reports. People-focused: Assist
department directors obtain timely and accurate financial
information. Return email and phone calls within twenty-four hours.
Independence: Complete duties as assigned with accuracy and timely,
identify tools to assist leadership find answers to manage
operations of the organization Shared Purpose: 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.
Excellence: Follow all policy and procedure. Provide accurate and
timely information. Stewardship: Maintain a clean and organized
environment, identify trends and processes to protect Easterseals
resources Philanthropy: Assist with data collection as requested,
utlize Easterseals resources wisely, conduct business in a
professional and welcoming manner. Knowledge, Skills, and
Experience 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. This role will be
offered at full-time, Monday-Friday, general business hours.
Full-time benefits package available, which includes:
-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.
If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the
qualifications for this position, we encourage you to apply! The
interview process consists of first phone interview with
Recruitment and Talent Development Coordinator and 2nd in person
interview with Department Specific Team Leader.
Keywords: Easterseals Iowa Careers, Ankeny , Senior Accountant, Accounting, Auditing , Des Moines, Iowa
