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Staff Accountant
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An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$74,642 / year median in Iowa
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Staff Accountant at Iowa State Association of Counties Staff Accountant at Iowa State Association of Counties in Windsor Heights, Iowa Posted in about 23 hours ago.
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full-time Company Description The Iowa State Association of Counties (ISAC) is a private, nonprofit corporation that serves elected and appointed county officials from all 99 counties in Iowa. ISAC provides advocacy, education, and support services to help county leaders deliver effective local government. The organization offers training, resources, and collaborative opportunities that strengthen county-level operations and public service. Staff members work closely with county officials and partners across the state to advance sound policies and best practices. ISAC values professionalism, integrity, and service-oriented teamwork in supporting Iowa's counties. Role Description The Staff Accountant is a full-time, on-site position located in West Des Moines, IA. The Staff Accountant primarily supports the Iowa County Treasurers E-Commerce Alliance (ICTEA) and assists with ISAC's daily fiscal operations. The position also provides general office support, including answering phones and assisting with other needs as they arise. This position reports to the Controller. Responsibilities Perform daily reconciliations for the Iowa County Treasurers E-Commerce Alliance (ICTEA) Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies in a timely manner. Assist in processing disbursements for ICTEA Assist with audit support at year end Help ensure efficient and effective management of the association's fiscal activities, such as: accounting operations, collections, reporting and other accounting duties as assigned. Process and maintain accounts payable, accounts receivable, deposits, and payroll transactions. Perform other Ad Hoc financial projects that arise from different situations Assist office staff with other duties Qualifications Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field Ability to manage multiple projects, activities and tasks simultaneously Ability to manage and meet deadlines Highly developed verbal and written communication skills Experience with Microsoft Business Central preferred, but not required Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc...) Interested candidates should send their resume with a cover letter to jobs@iowacounties.org. This job posting will close on September 25, 2026.