Accounting Director

Job TitleJob InformationDate Opened 09/16/2026Job Type: Full timeIndustry: AccountingCity: Des MoinesState/Province: IowaCountry: United StatesZip/Postal Code: 52601Job DescriptionResponsibilities: Manage the Central Office accounting team which includes hiring, training, and mentoring staff Treasury management activity: oversight and maintenance of cash logs and reporting; management of cash transfers, wires, checks, credit card, and ACH activity Prepare and/or oversee account reconciliations for the Central Office Assist in enforcement of corporate accounting policies and procedures across the US Group Oversees all accounting systems including financial reporting application Oversee all accounts payable processes to include payment methods and process enhancements to streamline disbursements for the US Group Coordinate directly with bank regarding daily issues and required treasury updates, as applicable, and maintain consolidated bank account listing Manage the credit card program for the US Group; Duties include helping divisions obtain new credit cards, logging in, speaking with other program coordinators to resolve various credit card issues, and monitoring compliance to increase consolidated spend Review divisional balance sheet reconciliations for the US Group Analyze divisional balance sheets; Review and report on assigned divisional accounts and actively communicate with divisions for proper resolution of reconciling items. Responsible for preparation, posting and reconciliation of journal entries Experience integrating acquisitions into various financial systems Responsible for preparation of corporate bank account reconciliations and review of divisional bank reconciliations including enforcement of corporate guidelines for resolution of reconciling items Responsible for monthly corporate fixed asset and lease accounting including project accounting. Assist with external audit including coordination of PBC requests across the US Group Ensure compliance with corporate policies Support as needed for special finance centric projectsRequirements: BBA degree in accounting. CPA designation is required Minimum 10 (ten) years accounting experience is required, preferably with a combination of public and industry experience. General accounting experience covering all financial areas is required. Prior accounting management experience High degree of intelligence and the ability to analyze and comprehend new situations quickly Excellent mathematical aptitude Excellent organizational and written/verbal communication skills Excellent computer skills, especially with Excel A high degree of creativity and ability to think strategically Able to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment Strong work ethic and team player with an eye for detail and accuracy Able to perform duties with minimal supervision Ability to maintain confidentiality Knowledge of any of the following is a plus: Sage FAS, PowerPlan, PaymentNet, Certify, Concur, AmTrav, ReQlogic, Multi Entity Management (GP), Workday