Senior Bookkeeper

Aston Carter; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

PTO / vacation

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper in West Des Moines, IA to oversee the quality and accuracy of bookkeeping work and lead a small team. The role blends hands-on duties with coaching, training, and process improvements in a fast-growing, family-oriented culture.

You will review financial records, manage AR/AP, reconciliations, and general ledger activities, and participate in regular team huddles to drive accuracy and efficiency. The position is onsite with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years accounting experience with AR/AP.
• Proven ability to perform detailed reconciliations and maintain accurate records.
• Experience coaching staff and delivering targeted training.
• High-speed 10-key proficiency with accuracy.
• Strong communication with management and auditors.

Responsibilities

• Review and audit bookkeeping projects for accuracy and standards.
• Provide feedback and coaching after project reviews to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify training needs and deliver targeted sessions.
• Conduct one-on-one training to support professional development.
• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping including AR, AP, reconciliations, and GL.
• Participate in daily/weekly/monthly huddles and meetings.
• Respond to inquiries from management, auditors, and regulators.
• Collaborate to improve processes and workflows.
• Maintain organized, up-to-date documentation.
• Other duties to support team needs.

Skills

AR/AP experience

Detail-oriented

Coaching & training

10-key proficiency

Strong communication

QuickBooks proficiency

Tools

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Bookkeeper oversees the quality and accuracy of all bookkeeping projects, ensuring compliance with established procedures and best practices. This role combines hands‑on bookkeeping work with leadership responsibilities, including reviewing financial records, coaching team members, and providing training to enhance the overall performance of the bookkeeping team. The Senior Bookkeeper collaborates closely with internal stakeholders and external parties to address inquiries, supports continuous improvement of processes, and contributes to a supportive, family‑oriented culture in a fast‑growing firm.

Job Title: Senior Bookkeeper

Responsibilities

• Review and audit all bookkeeping projects to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established procedures and standards.
• Provide clear, constructive feedback and coaching to bookkeepers after completing project reviews, focusing on improving accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify training needs based on review findings and deliver targeted training sessions to the team to address gaps and reinforce best practices.
• Conduct one-on-one training with individual team members when needed to support their professional development and improve performance.
• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping duties as needed, including managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and general ledger activities.
• Actively participate in daily, weekly, and monthly huddles and meetings to share updates, discuss issues, and support team alignment.
• Respond to questions and inquiries from management, auditors, and regulatory authorities, providing accurate and timely information.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve bookkeeping processes and workflows, contributing ideas to enhance productivity and quality.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date documentation for all bookkeeping activities and reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs of the team and the organization.

Essential Skills

• 3–5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or related fields, with specific experience in accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• 3–5 years of experience and strong understanding of bookkeeping procedures, processes, and nuances.
• Proven ability to perform detailed accounting reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Strong 10-key skills with a high level of speed and accuracy.
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to work with complex spreadsheets and data.
• Solid understanding of tax planning concepts as they relate to bookkeeping and accounting.
• Ability to review and audit bookkeeping work with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to provide clear feedback and coaching to team members.
• Ability to handle questions and inquiries from management, auditors, and regulatory authorities in a professional and knowledgeable manner.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience providing training or mentoring to bookkeeping or accounting staff.
• Comfort working in a fast-growing environment where processes and responsibilities may evolve.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-focused culture.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a production and time-sensitive environment.
• Interest in contributing to a supportive, family-oriented culture and growing with the organization.

Work Environment

The role is onsite based in a cubicle-driven, production-focused environment where accuracy and timeliness are critical. The work involves managing multiple deadlines and priorities in a time-sensitive setting. The team operates in a collaborative, family-oriented culture within a fast-growing firm, providing opportunities for professional growth and ongoing learning.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Des Moines, IA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $32.21/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in West Des Moines,IA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.