Senior Accountant - grant and fund accounting (Des Moines, IA)

Foxglove Field Staffing Group is looking for a Senior Accountant. The job centres on grant and fund accounting for retention, and it would suit someone who likes steady, practical work. You would join a large organisation of about 253 people based in Des Moines. What you will do • Reconcile bank and vendor accounts each month, including anything tied to retention, and clear open items. • Build schedules for the annual audit and answer the auditors' questions. • Review invoices and expense reports for accuracy before payment. • Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close on a fixed calendar. • Keep the chart of accounts and supporting files tidy so anyone can follow them. What we are looking for • Two or more years of hands-on accounting experience. • A clear, patient way of explaining numbers to non-accountants. • Solid spreadsheet skills and comfort with an ERP or accounting system. • Careful attention to detail and a habit of checking your own work. Nice to have • Experience with retention. • A degree or certificate in accounting. Working arrangement • Contract for nine months, with a review at the end and a chance of extension. • On site in Des Moines. • We will tell you what to expect at each step of the hiring process.