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Sr. Accountant

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Robert Half

Waterloo, IA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/27/2026

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Job Description

Description Senior Accountant -

Contract Location:

Waterloo, IA (On-site)

Duration:

Contract Schedule:

Full-time preferred

Overview:

A growing organization in the Waterloo area is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant for a contract engagement to support core accounting functions, reporting, and month-end close. This role will play a key part in ensuring accurate financials and supporting ongoing accounting initiatives.

Responsibilities:

+ Manage and support month-end and year-end close processes + Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity + Assist with financial statements and internal reporting + Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies + Support audit requests and provide documentation as needed + Analyze variances and investigate discrepancies + Collaborate with AP/AR and other finance team members as needed

Requirements Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance + 4+ years of general ledger or senior-level accounting experience + Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting + Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, Dynamics, etc.) + Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP preferred) + Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a contract environment

Why This Role:

+ Immediate impact opportunity with a reputable local organization + Hands-on senior-level accounting work + Competitive contract pay and valuable resume-building experience Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .