Senior Lead Accountant: Close Process & Controls Leader

LCS; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Job summary

LCS is seeking a Lead Accountant in Des Moines, IA to lead key accounting processes within the monthly close, coordinate cross-functional closing activities, review complex journal entries, and drive process improvements.

The role provides technical guidance to accounting staff, mentors accountants, participates in system implementations, and supports audits. Requires Bachelor's in Accounting and 4-6 years of experience; strong GAAP knowledge and advanced Excel/accounting systems expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
• 4-6 years of progressive accounting, reporting, audit, or finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience owning significant areas of the financial close process.
• Ability to review complex accounting transactions and identify accounting risks.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to influence peers and coordinate work across functional teams.
• Advanced Excel and accounting systems expertise.
• Experience mentoring accounting professionals.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter.

Responsibilities

• Own significant accounting processes and major account areas within the monthly close cycle.
• Coordinate close activities and ensure timely completion of deliverables across accounting stakeholders.
• Review complex journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules.
• Analyze financial results and identify trends, risks, or unusual transactions requiring further review.
• Serve as a resource for accounting staff on technical accounting and reporting matters.
• Facilitate resolution of complex accounting issues and reconciliations.
• Lead preparation of audit schedules and coordinate responses to auditor requests.
• Assist in development, documentation, and enhancement of accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Train, mentor, and provide day-to-day guidance to Accountants and Senior Accountants.
• Participate in system implementations, acquisitions, transitions, and special projects.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and control effectiveness.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Influence peers

Mentoring

Accounting knowledge

GAAP knowledge

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Accounting systems

Job description

LCS is seeking a Lead Accountant in Des Moines, IA to lead key accounting processes within the monthly close, coordinate cross-functional closing activities, review complex journal entries, and drive process improvements.

The role provides technical guidance to accounting staff, mentors accountants, participates in system implementations, and supports audits. Requires Bachelor's in Accounting and 4-6 years of experience; strong GAAP knowledge and advanced Excel/accounting systems expertise.