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Accounting Assistant
Express Employment Professionals · West Des Moines, Iowa · Posted Jul 7, 2026 · $60,000 to $70,000 a year
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Accounting Assistant/Office Administrator
Do you have experience in office administration, bookkeeping, or Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable? We're looking for a detail-oriented Office Administrator/Accounting Assistant to join our client’s team! This is a Direct Hire role. $60,000-$70,000
If you enjoy working with numbers, providing excellent customer service, and keeping an office running smoothly, this could be the role for you!
Responsibilities
- Answer incoming phone calls, greet clients, and provide professional, friendly customer service.
- Schedule appointments and manage the office calendar.
- Process tax returns and organize client documentation to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
- Assist with internal bookkeeping, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), data entry, reconciliations, and other accounting support as needed.
- Prepare, organize, and maintain electronic and paper client files while ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive financial information.
- Assist clients with general questions, collect required documentation, and direct inquiries to the appropriate team members.
- Perform data entry with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Support the accounting and tax team with administrative projects and special assignments during busy tax seasons.
- Order and maintain office supplies and assist with general office organization.
- Help ensure the office operates smoothly by providing support wherever needed and collaborating with the rest of the team.
Preferred Experience
We're especially interested in candidates with experience in:
- Tax preparation or working in a CPA/tax office
- Bookkeeping
- Accounts Payable (AP)
- Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Accounting or finance support
- Administrative support in a professional office environment
What We're Looking For
- Strong math and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Professional customer service and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced office
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks (or the ability to quickly learn new software)
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Flexible benefit plan
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Shipping & receiving: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person