Senior Accountant

HK Solutions Group is seeking a Senior Accountant to be based out of our Des Moines, IA office.

The Senior Accountant oversees the general accounting operations and plays a critical role in driving financial accuracy, compliance and insights. Key responsibilities include month-end close process and activities, fixed asset accounting, expense report management, lease accounting, financial analysis and preparation of sales and use tax filings and compliance.

Job Responsibilities

Project Financial Management

• Perform and lead month-end close activities including: prepare and post journal entries into the general ledger system; reconcile accounts to the general ledger; prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies and outstanding items.
• Manage and report on inventory, ensuring accurate tracking, costing and reconciliation with the physical counts and systems.
• Compile and analyze financial statements providing insights for variances to budget and prior year - identify and communicate budget variances to business unit and executive leadership when known based on materiality thresholds.
• Own all fixed asset activities for the company through ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, disposals and reporting as well as maintaining fixed asset module within the ERP system.
• Ensure ASC 842 lease accounting compliance, including maintain lease schedules, recording appropriate journal entries and working with stakeholders on lease classification and disclosures.
• Review and oversee all employee expense report submissions through Rydoo expense management to ensure policy compliance, accuracy, documentation, and load monthly expense entry into ERP system.
• Manage preparation, filing and payment of sales and use tax returns in compliance with local and state regulations.
• Prepare and submit annual business tax filings and license renewals to maintain regulatory compliance across all applicable jurisdictions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for sales and use tax audits, including gathering documentation, responding to auditor requests and ensuring timely resolution of audit issues.
• Support the external financial audit process, including providing necessary documentation and responding to assigned auditor inquiries.
• Understand all functions of accounting team - accounts payable, accounts receivable, project accounting, etc.
• Accounts Payable invoice approval, when assigned.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis, analytical work or other projects as requested by leadership.
• Maintain financial data confidentiality in all aspects of the role.
• Stay updated on industry trends and accounting regulations impacting accounting activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field is required.
• 2+ years in a general accounting role is required.
• Experience with fixed asset accounting and sales/use tax filing is a plus.
• Construction/project accounting is a plus.
• Proven knowledge of GAAP procedures is required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple projects simultaneously while effectively prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to interact and participate effectively in a team environment; actively listen, confront issues and provide feedback to internal and external stakeholders, in a courteous and timely manner.
• Strong commitment to meeting deadlines and maintain adherence to timelines and follow-up.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, detail-orientation and communication skills.
• Professionalism in both written and verbal correspondence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is essential, specifically Excel and Word.

Benefits Offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (unlimited per supervisor discretion)
• Paid Holidays (8 days annually)
• 401K with company match

HK Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.