Temporary Accountant

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Iowa - Executive Branch is seeking a detail-oriented temporary Accountant to support period-end close activities, maintain accurate financial data, and adapt quickly during a transitional period. This contract position helps ensure smooth operations while systems are updated.

With 2+ years of bookkeeping/accounting experience and Excel proficiency, the candidate will demonstrate strong organization, reliable communication with vendors and teams, and discretion handling confidential

Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years of experience combining bookkeeping/accounting with office administration.
• Software: Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Organization: Superior time-management skills with the ability to prioritize competing tasks.
• Communication: Clear, friendly verbal and written communication skills for vendor and team interaction.
• Reliability: High level of discretion and trustworthiness when handling confidential company records.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger: Create and post journal entries and maintain supporting schedules.
• Reconciliations: Reconcile bank statements, credit cards, and general ledger accounts.
• Month-End Close: Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes and variance research.
• Office Coordination: Manage incoming mail, answer phones, and greet visitors professionally.
• Team Assistance: Schedule meetings, coordinate courier pickups, and assist with special projects.

Skills

2+ years experience

Excel proficiency

Time management

Communication

Discretion & reliability

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Temporary Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will support period-end close activities, and maintain accurate financial data. This contract position is ideal for a proactive professional who can adapt quickly to our systems and keep operations running smoothly during a transitional period.

Key Responsibilities

• General Ledger: Create and post journal entries and maintain supporting schedules.
• Reconciliations: Reconcile bank statements, credit cards, and general ledger accounts.
• Month-End Close: Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes and variance research.

Office & Administrative Duties

• Office Coordination: Manage incoming mail, answer phones, and greet visitors professionally.
• Team Assistance: Schedule meetings, coordinate courier pickups, and assist with special projects.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 2+ years of experience combining bookkeeping/accounting with office administration.
• Software: Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Organization: Superior time-management skills with the ability to prioritize competing tasks.
• Communication: Clear, friendly verbal and written communication skills for vendor and team interaction.
• Reliability: High level of discretion and trustworthiness when handling confidential company records.

This is a temporary non-merit position.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.