Target Data Entry Jobs in Des Moines, IA (NOW HIRING)

Job Title:         Accounting Associate
Client:              Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company
Location:         Johnston, IA 50131
Duration:         12 Months (Possibility of Extension/Conversion)
Shift:                1st Shift (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounting transactions and financial records with high accuracy
• Prepare and post advance lease payments
• Process rejected payments and resolve payment issues
• Prepare in-house checks and virtual remittance transactions for banks
• Work with internal business units regarding incoming checks and payment handling
• Perform account reconciliations, verifications, and financial calculations
• Extract, organize, and maintain accounting and payment-related data
• Generate reports, spreadsheets, charts, and supporting documentation
• Maintain accounting files, records, and correspondence
• Support financial monitoring and data management activities
• Follow company accounting policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Assist with special accounting projects and administrative tasks

Required Skills

• Accounting or Finance experience
• Accounts Receivable (AR) or Payment Processing
• Bank Deposit Processing
• Check Handling and Reconciliation
• Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Data Entry and Data Management
• Financial Reporting
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy
• Organizational Skills
• Multi-tasking Ability
• Written and Verbal Communication Skills
• Reliability and Self-Motivation

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with live checks
• Banking or Teller experience
• Payment Operations experience
• Cash Management experience
• Lease Payment Processing
• Reconciliation experience
• Financial Services background
• ERP or Accounting System experience

Ideal Job Titles

• Accounting Associate
• Accounting Clerk
• Accounting Assistant
• Accounts Receivable Specialist
• Accounts Payable Specialist
• Payment Processing Specialist
• Cash Applications Specialist
• Banking Operations Specialist
• Bank Teller
• Financial Operations Associate
• Treasury Associate
• Revenue Accounting Assistant

Strong Target Industries

• Banking
• Credit Unions
• Financial Services
• Accounting Firms
• Manufacturing Finance Departments
• Shared Services Centers
• Insurance Operations
• Payment Processing Organizations

Education

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field preferred
• Equivalent accounting or banking experience may be considered

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