Senior Accountant/Assistant Controller

Senior Accountant / Assistant Controller
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA | On-Site

Are you looking for your next step in accounting and want to put your skills to work in a role where you can make an impact and grow?

Our client is a shared service company that supports a family of growing manufacturing and construction
businesses with strategic and financial solutions. They are seeking a Senior Accountant/Assistant Controller to join their finance team in Cedar Rapids, IA. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate brings a background in construction accounting and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and focus. 

You will have broad responsibility across corporate and operational accounting functions— from transaction-level work to strategic financial support. This hands-on role requires someone who can dive into the details on a day-to-day basis while maintaining a big-picture mindset, helping strengthen processes and support financial decisions across multiple businesses.

The company prides itself on a collaborative, team-based culture and a track record of delivering exceptional value to its family of companies. If you’re a growth-minded accounting professional looking to advance your career and contribute to a growing organization, this is the opportunity to do just that.

This is a hands-on position that requires transaction processing, account reconciliation and financial reporting skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead accurate general ledger accounting, including month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial analyses
• Support and develop team members through training in accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and journal entries
• Working closely with various business units to provide financial information and analysis that support business growth
• Maintain and strengthen an internal control structure that ensures the integrity of all financial information
• Provide monthly financial support to various business units, including prepare and compile monthly financial reports; process and post journal entries and accruals; ensure expenses are recorded in the correct periods; and distribute departmental performance reports
• Analyze spending variances and ensure reported results comply with GAAP and internal policies.
• Stay current on organizational procedures, federal and state regulations, and accounting standards.
• Proactively lead continuous improvement efforts to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across accounting processes—streamlining workflows while maintaining strong internal controls.
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Accounting preferred. 
• CPA designation preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within the construction industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proactively communicates status, priorities, and issues across teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities while exercising sound analytical and decision-making skills.
• Experience with business taxation and preparing or reviewing tax returns preferred.
• Working knowledge of tax reporting and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable and comfortable managing change and shifting priorities.
• Willing to travel occasionally to company locations as needed.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment aligned with company values.
• Strong attention to detail, even when working under pressure.
• Proven ability to think strategically while executing hands-on tasks.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems and technology, including financial and reporting software.
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonuses
• 401K employer match
• Medical, dental, vision benefits

Why You Should Consider Joining This Company:

• Large Footprint / Small Company Feel
• Great Benefits Package!
• Strong Leadership & Opportunity to Advance!
• Collaborative Team
• Growth Opportunities
  

Ready to make your move out of public accounting or take the next step in your career?  Apply now and let’s start the conversation.

KSI’s Talent Acquisition Team partners with companies to assist with their hiring needs. All positions are direct-to-hire opportunities with the employer.

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000