Staff Accountant I

Nova Talent Solutions; Urbandale (IA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Talent Solutions is seeking a Staff Accountant I to support accounts receivable collections, reporting, and process-improvement on a contract basis in Urbandale, Iowa. This role is ideal for a local junior accounting professional who can work with general supervision within a collaborative team.

The position emphasizes developing procedures, collecting outstanding invoices, and assisting with SOX compliant reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel; hands-on Excel experience must be clearly demonstrated on the resume.
• Associate degree in a related field or business discipline.
• 1–3 years of collections, finance, or related experience.
• Ability to work locally in Urbandale under the stated hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing, implementing, and documenting procedures for collections and reporting functions.
• Help collect outstanding invoices while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Provide feedback to offshore Collections team members.
• Analyze and report on past-due account trends, including risk levels and root causes of non-payment.
• Collaborate with onshore team members to improve process efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and SOX procedures.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a Staff Accountant I to support accounts receivable collections, reporting, and process-improvement activities on a contract basis. This opportunity is intended for a local, junior-level accounting professional who can work effectively under general supervision and contribute as a dependable member of a collaborative team.

WORK MODEL / SCHEDULE

This is a hybrid role based in Urbandale, Iowa. The onsite schedule is one day during the first week and two days during the second week, totaling approximately six onsite days per month.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Work with the internal team and customers to collect past-due invoices.
• Collaborate with Cash Application and offshore Collections teams.
• Contribute as a key member of the team.

WE WILL COUNT ON YOU TO

• Assist with developing, implementing, and documenting procedures and process improvements for collections and reporting functions.
• Help collect outstanding invoices while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Provide feedback and guidance to offshore Collections team members.
• Analyze and report on past-due account trends, including risk levels and root causes of non-payment.
• Collaborate with other onshore team members to improve process efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and SOX procedures.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE

• Associate degree.
• One to three years of collections, finance, or related experience.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel; hands-on Excel experience must be clearly demonstrated on the resume.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work locally in Urbandale under the stated hybrid schedule.

WHAT MAKES YOU STAND OUT

• Bachelor's degree.
• Prior reporting and project experience.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

PAY RATE

• 24/hr

Nova Talent Solutions partners with clients who are committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. RK