Holmes Murphy has always believed that investing in our employees, the spaces in which they work, and the environment that we provide are all critical to our culture, purpose, and the services we offer. After all, we know that employees who feel appreciated and recognized for their hard work and dedication results in employees who feel immensely invested in the success of our clients and our company. On top of this, our employees have a seat at the table and the opportunity to pave their own way. Cool, right?! If you nodded yes, check out our open <Insert role> position and apply!

We are looking to add an Accountant, Treasury to join our Accounting team in Waukee. Candidates thrive in our environment when they harness their collaborative mindset, strong interpersonal communication skills, and a love of learning.

This role will be responsible for supporting the cash management, investments, debt, and asset processes to facilitate the timely, accurate, and consistent preparation of financial statements and reports required by the company and its external auditors.

Duties:

• Prepare and process select journal entries for cash, investments, debt, assets, and leases as necessary.
• Prepare reconciliations and reports related to cash, investment, debt, asset, and lease activities.
• Prepare cash reconciliations and manage the cash activities, including performing internal transfers, monitoring banking activity, and projecting future cash flows.
• Assist with activities related to the company’s investments portfolio, determine appropriate accounting treatment of new investments, and review investments for impairment.
• Track the Company’s compliance with trust requirements and monitor state trust laws for changes.
• Assist with lease administration including processing the accounting for the Company’s leases.
• Prepare reports related to the Company’s debt obligations.
• Support the year-end audit and audited financial statements by preparing and providing information to external auditors.
• Perform account analysis and identify potential issues.
• Pursue path of continuous process improvement to identify and provide recommendations.
• Assist with documentation and compliance of accounting policies and internal controls.
• Assist with special projects and ad-hoc reports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Self-starter with a collaborative approach who values and encourages teamwork
• Keen attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability
• Capable of exercising discretion in confidential matters
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of computers and ability to utilize various software packages including, but not limited to: Excel, Word, Workday, Sagitta and other accounting systems
• Ability to communicate well with persons at all levels of authority both verbally and in writing
• Ability to prioritize, manage time and meet deadlines during peak periods.  
• Ability to learn and adapt to change
• Is multi-tasked oriented and prioritizes work, voluntarily extends hours, and/or solicits additional resources when necessary to ensure timely completion of tasks
• Must be knowledgeable of and comply with HMA’s Client Privacy Policy, HIPAA regulations and E&O procedures and policies

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of accounting experience preferred

Benefits:  In addition to core benefits like health, dental and vision, also enjoy benefits such as:

• Paid Parental Leave and supportive New Parent Benefits — We know being a working parent is hard, and we want to support our employees in this journey!
• Company paid continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement — We support those who want to develop and grow.
• 401k Profit Sharing — Each year, Holmes Murphy makes a lump sum contribution to every full-time employee’s 401k. This means, even if you’re not in a position to set money aside for the future at any point in time, Holmes Murphy will do it on your behalf! We are forward-thinking and want to be sure your future is cared for.
• Generous time off practices in addition to paid holidays — Yes, we actually encourage employees to use their time off, and they do. After all, you can’t be at your best for our clients if you’re not at your best for yourself first.
• Supportive of community efforts with paid Volunteer time off and employee matching gifts to charities that are important to you — Through our Holmes Murphy Foundation, we offer several vehicles where you can make an impact and care for those around you.
• DE&I programs — Holmes Murphy is committed to celebrating every employee’s unique diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) experience with us. Not only do we offer all employees a paid Diversity Day time off option, but we also have a Chief Diversity Officer on hand, as well as a DE&I project team, committee, and interest group. You will have the opportunity to take part in those if you wish!
• Consistent merit increase and promotion opportunities — Annually, employees are reviewed for merit increases and promotion opportunities because we believe growth is important — not only with your financial wellbeing, but also your career wellbeing.
• Discretionary bonus opportunity — Yes, there is an annual opportunity to make more money. Who doesn’t love that?!

Holmes Murphy & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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