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Staff Accountant
📍 Des Moines, IA
💼 Full-Time | On-Site
Are you a motivated accounting professional looking to grow your career with one of Iowa's most respected public accounting firms? Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their collaborative and client-focused team. This opportunity offers exposure to a variety of industries, hands-on experience in both tax and audit engagements, and a clear path for professional growth and leadership development.
This role is ideal for someone with a background in public accounting, tax, auditing, or consulting who enjoys working directly with clients, solving complex financial challenges, and contributing to a high-performing team environment.
What You'll Do
- Prepare income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and other entities
- Assist with audit and assurance engagements across multiple industries
- Conduct tax research and analyze complex financial issues
- Analyze, reconcile, and verify accounts while identifying and resolving material discrepancies
- Provide consulting and advisory services to clients
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver exceptional service
- Support and mentor junior staff while contributing to team leadership initiatives
- Participate in limited local travel for client engagements as needed
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
- Public accounting experience preferred
- Experience in tax, audit, consulting, or advisory services
- Proven tenure and job stability
- Experience leading or mentoring teams (please include team size on your resume)
- Strong technical accounting and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- CPA is required
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Join a highly respected and established public accounting firm with decades of success
- Gain exposure to a diverse client base across multiple industries
- Work in a collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong mentorship
- Enjoy opportunities for advancement and leadership development
- Build long-term client relationships while expanding your professional expertise
Preferred Background
We are particularly interested in professionals currently working within:
- Public Accounting Firms
- CPA Firms
- Tax & Advisory Practices
- Audit & Assurance Groups
- Business Consulting Organizations
📩 If you're looking for a stable, growth-oriented opportunity in public accounting where you can make an impact while continuing to develop your career, we would love to connect!
Apply today or message me directly for a confidential discussion.