Accounting Assistant

West Des Moines Water Works; West Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

West Des Moines Water Works in West Des Moines, IA seeks an Accounting Assistant to support the Accounting Department with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and related admin tasks. This is a full-time role with a pay range of $26.61 to $29.10 per hour.

Preferred candidates hold an Associate degree in Accounting or related field; equivalent education and experience will be considered. Proficiency in MS Office and Sage or similar accounting software is desirable.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field preferred; equivalent education and experience considered
• Understanding of fund accounting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and basic accounting software

Responsibilities

• Accounts Receivable: deliver daily deposits, record payments, process NSF’s, issue lien letters, assist customers with invoices
• Accounts Payable: research POs, reconcile statements, process refunds, maintain records
• Prepare miscellaneous invoices for sales and water service connections
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll and personnel information
• Demonstrate strong organization and time-management skills

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Equivalent education/experience considered

Tools

Sage accounting software

Job description

DELIVERING RELIABLY SAFE AND REFRESHING WATER

WEST DES MOINES WATER WORKS

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

Application reviews begin September 25th, 2026

Type: Full Time
Hiring Pay Range:$26.61 - $29.10 /hr

Under general supervision, performs a variety of accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and administrative support functions to assist in the efficient operation of the Accounting Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable:

• Delivers daily deposit to bank
• Records drop-box payments in the A/R program
• Processing of non-sufficient payments (NSF’s)
• Create and send lien letters to property owners and the associated counties
• Customer assistance with invoice inquiries
• Preparation of miscellaneous sales and water supply connection fee invoices

Accounts Payable:

• Research of open purchase orders
• Balance and record credit card statement activity
• Processes refunds for customer water accounts
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field preferred; equivalent education and experience considered
• Understanding of fund accounting

Skills:

• Strong proficiency with PC’s and computer software and applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience with Sage or similar accounting software preferred
• Accurate mathematical skills and attention to detail
• General knowledge of office equipment, including photo copier, multi-line telephone, fax machine, calculator, shredder, binding equipment, letter opener, and postage machine
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of payroll and personnel information
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments

Other Information:

Working Conditions:

• Long periods of sitting
• Intermittent periods of standing and walking
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 20 pounds
• Constant talking, hearing, near and far sight acuity, field of vision, concentration, handling, dexterity, and judgment
• Frequent stooping, handling and writing ability.
• Intermittent balancing, kneeling, crouching, and reaching

West Des Moines Water Works complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Matt Probasco at 515-222-3510 or [e-mail]

This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required. The Water Works may revise this position description at any time. The position description is not to be considered as a contract of employment.

West Des Moines Water Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer