Accounting Manager

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, reconciliations, tax compliance, and reporting to support accurate financial information and decision-making.

The role partners with operational leaders to strengthen internal controls, drive continuous improvement, and ensure regulatory compliance, while delivering reliable financial insights to enable organizational growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; 2–4 year accounting degree is a plus.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review tax filings and regulatory filings.
• Partner with department leaders to drive improvements and controls.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and special projects.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of financial data.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Detail oriented

Deadline driven

Team player

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma or GED

2-4 year accounting degree

Accounting experience

Job description

Contact information

• Location 8040 UNIVERSITY BLVD,Des Moines, IA, 50325,United States
• Job Category Accounting
• Industry Manufacturing
• Employee Type Non Union
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Develop and deliver financial reports, analyses, and recommendations that support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial and operational data, identify trends and variances, and communicate findings and recommendations to management.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and subsidiary systems to ensure data integrity and financial accuracy.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation, filing, and payment of all required tax returns, tax deposits, and related regulatory filings.
• Prepare monthly workpapers, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation for financial reporting and audit requirements.
• Partner with departmental leaders to communicate financial results, performance trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities as assigned.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance financial controls, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Lead or support special projects, business analyses, and other finance-related initiatives as requested.
• Maintain a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and professional integrity.
• Ensure work is completed timely and documented in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate ownership of assigned responsibilities and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making.

Requirements

Knowledge and skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Ability to work independently as well as being able to work well in a team environment
• Detail oriented
• Ability to hit deadlines and multi-task
• Communication sill at a variety of levels
• Finance/Manufacturing industry knowledge (a plus but not required)

Education and work experience

1. High School diploma or GED
2. 2-4 year accounting degree (a plus but not required)
3. Accounting experience

Summary

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. This role manages the monthly close process, account reconciliations, tax compliance, financial analysis, and reporting activities that support sound business decision-making. The Accounting Manager partners with operational leaders to provide financial insight, maintain strong internal controls, ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and drive continuous improvement in accounting processes and systems. This position plays a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting audits, and delivering reliable financial information that enables organizational growth and performance.