AP/Accounting Assistant

RIM Recruitment Professionals; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

RIM Recruitment Professionals in Des Moines area is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join a growing finance team. The role focuses on accounts payable and general accounting activities, supporting reporting, reconciliations, and special financial projects.

This is a full-time, direct-hire, on-site position offering $26–$30 per hour in the Des Moines metro area, with opportunities to cross-train and grow within the organization.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience with accounts payable and financial transactions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Professional communication and teamwork.
• Proficiency in Excel (filtering, basic formulas).
• Experience with SAP or another ERP is a plus.
• Manufacturing or industry‑related accounting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Review and process employee expense reports.
• Prepare check runs, ACH payments, and other vendor payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Compile financial data and assist with reporting and analysis.
• Support audits and ad hoc requests for financial documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records.
• Cross-train in additional accounting functions as needed.

Skills

Accounts payable

General accounting

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Excel

ERP experience

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

ERP

Job description

Accounting Clerk

Location: Des Moines Metro
Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Schedule: On-Site
Compensation: $26–$30/hour

About the Role

We are seeking an Accounting Clerk to join an established finance team. This position will primarily support accounts payable and general accounting activities while providing assistance with reporting, reconciliations, and other financial projects.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Review and process employee expense reports.
• Prepare check runs, ACH payments, and other vendor payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Compile financial data and assist with reporting and analysis.
• Support audits and ad hoc requests for financial documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records.
• Cross-train in additional accounting functions as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting or related field or 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience with accounts payable and financial transactions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Professional communication skills and ability to work effectively with others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including filtering and basic formula troubleshooting.
• Experience with SAP or another ERP system is a plus.
• Manufacturing or industry-related accounting experience is preferred.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build on their accounting experience and take on additional responsibilities within a growing finance organization.

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