Accounting and Operations Assistant

Robert Half • Cedar Rapids, IA • 4d ago

Description

Contract-to-Hire Opportunity | Build Your Career with a Growing Organization

Looking for more than just another accounting position? This is an opportunity to join a growing, team-oriented company where you'll gain hands-on experience across accounting, operations, customer billing, and financial administration. This contract-to-hire role offers the chance to demonstrate your skills, make an immediate impact, and earn a permanent position with a respected organization.

If you enjoy variety in your day, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in keeping processes organized and accurate, we'd love to hear from you.

As an Accounting & Operations Assistant, you'll support both the accounting and operations teams by helping ensure financial transactions, customer invoicing, and critical business processes run smoothly.

Accounting & Finance

Prepare and process customer invoices in a timely manner

Upload invoices through customer billing portals and third-party systems

Enter and maintain credit card transactions within the ERP system

Support accounts receivable activities, including invoicing and cash application

Assist with accounts payable tasks as business needs require

Maintain subcontractor documentation, insurance certificates, and compliance records

Enter and maintain contract information within company systems

Assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives

Operations Support

Enter project and estimate information into internal systems

Assist with schedule adjustments and operational updates

Provide administrative support to internal teams

Answer and route incoming calls as needed

Participate in a rotational on-call schedule peak events per assigned schedule - This could be Monday-Friday either 5AM to 8AM or 5PM to 8PM, Weekends during 8AM-5PM

Requirements

What We're Looking For

1-3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or administrative experience (internship experience considered)

Understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general accounting principles

Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Accounting coursework or related education is a plus

Why This Opportunity?

Contract-to-hire position with long-term career potential

Exposure to accounting, finance, operations, and business administration

Collaborative and supportive team environment

Opportunity for overtime during peak business periods

Competitive compensation based on experience

Comprehensive benefits available upon permanent hire

If you're looking for a role where you can expand your accounting skills, gain operational experience, and position yourself for long-term growth, this is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with a company that values reliability, accuracy, and teamwork.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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