Multi-Client Non-Profit Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to join our team as an Accountant. The ideal candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks including reconciliation and balancing of fiscal information such as expenditures, revenue, and related financial and operational data.

This role ensures accurate closes, filings, and audits, mentors staff, and continually improves processes.

Essential Job Functions
Close & Reporting Execution – Execute monthly/quarterly closes, prep financial statements, and perform variance analysis.
Compliance & Filings – Manage payroll tax, 1099/W2/941/940 filings; respond to IRS/state notices.
Audit & Tax Support – Prepare work papers, coordinate with auditors, and implement recommendations; compile data for 990/1120 returns.
Reconciliations & Controls – Maintain reconciliations (cash, investments, balance sheet accounts) and uphold internal control procedures.
Process Improvement & Tools – Utilize spreadsheets/models; streamline workflows and documentation.
Systems & Data Integrity – Maintain accounting systems, chart of accounts, and data accuracy.
Metrics & Communication – Produce KPI reports and communicate actionable insights to leadership and client contacts.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical accounting skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to juggle multiple deadlines and client demands.
• Advanced Excel/analysis and comfort with accounting software.
• Clear communicator who can translate numbers into actions.

Experience & Education

• 5+ years professional accounting experience; nonprofit or multi-entity background preferred.
• Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance or related field (CPA a plus).

Core Values
We support a work environment designed to foster a dynamic people-first culture that grows with the changing needs of employees.
We encourage professional development to support opportunities for employee growth and enhanced expertise.
We value open, honest communication and collaboration that allows for transparency in all steps of project development/implementation.
We value curiosity and work hard to cultivate an empowered environment for ALL staff to voice feedback.
We adhere to consistent standards in how we provide professional service to our clients and support our teammates in their roles.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 6% Match
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Application Question(s):

• Do you have professional accounting experience managing books for multiple separate organizations or clients simultaneously (e.g., at a CPA/bookkeeping firm, shared-services environment, or similar)?

Do you have experience with nonprofit fund accounting (net asset classifications, restricted vs. unrestricted funds, dues/grant revenue recognition)?

Briefly describe your experience with nonprofit or multi-entity accounting, if any.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Des Moines, IA 50266