Staff Accountant I, Hybrid

Job overview

The Staff Accountant I, Hybrid role is hybrid in Urbandale, IA, with approximately six onsite days per month; candidates must be local to the Urbandale or Des Moines metro area. Compensation is not specified. The role supports day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. Working under general supervision, the accountant supports accurate financial processing through payment and billing activities, reporting, account maintenance, and analysis. The position also contributes to documented accounting procedures, process improvements, and compliance with applicable requirements.

What you'll do

• Perform disbursements, billing, and payment application
• prepare and review accounting reports and consolidated statements
• analyze and maintain account and client insured records
• conduct variance and trend analysis
• support timely financial processing
• assist with accounting policies, procedures, documentation, and process improvements
• support compliance with applicable corporate, carrier, tax, and accounting requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

staff accountant i

hybrid

accounting operations

financial reporting

billing

disbursements

payment processing

variance analysis

microsoft excel

urbandale ia

local candidates

junior-level accounting

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires an associate’s degree, 1–3 years of relevant experience, intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, and local availability for onsite work approximately six times per month.

About the employer

Purple Cow Recruiting is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Certified Public Accountants. Sector: 54.