Job Description

What You'll Do:

We're looking for an Assistant Director for Accounting to join our International Finance team. In this role, you'll be operating under the direction of senior management, contribute to functional strategy by demonstrating an advanced level of understanding of business needs and accounting policies. Lead a team of accounting professionals to achieve objectives. At this level, incumbents solve unique and complex problems that have a broad impact on the business.

Leadership and Collaboration: Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development while forging a strong relationship with the Accounting and Regional teams and other groups across the Company (Investor Relations, Corporate Finance, Corporate Accounting, etc.) Financial Analysis: Interpret and translate financial statements to drive strategic and successful business decisions and growth; provide guidance to the business Management Reporting: Contribute to complex and strategic management reporting used in decision making; Identify and implement best practice management reporting across the function and provide strategic insight on the content of reports Strategy and policy formation: Apply knowledge of external trends, business strategy, and benchmark data to contribute to the formation of functional strategy and accounting policy; Design processes and relevant strategies according to best practice and produce corporate guidelines on provisions Financial Planning & Analysis: Support forecast process ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic priorities; Analyze financial performance against strategic goals, providing meaningful insight and identifying areas for improvement Projects: Participant in business unit and cross-functional projects and other ad-hoc activities as necessary


Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years!
Who You Are:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant accounting experience required CPA or other applicable certifications is a plus Must possess the following strengths: high energy, motivated leader, problem-solving skills Global experience a plus Ability to interact with senior internal stakeholders Attention to detail and process-minded, ability to work cross-functionally Naturally curious to interrogate and validate financial information Self-starter, highly motivated and ability to work on their own initiatives Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines through excellent project management skills Ability to explain financial information to non-financial people Excellent communication and organizational skills Advanced user of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Experience with PowerBI a plus

Salary Range Information: Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salary Range: $123000 - $167000 / year Time Off Program: Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don't accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided. Pension Eligible: Yes Additional Information:

Work Environments

This role offers an in-office and hybrid (blending at least four office days in a typical workweek) work arrangement in Des Moines, IA.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.


Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants

Investment Code of Ethics

For Principal Asset Management positions, you'll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.

Experience Principal

At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we're imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services - and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.

Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.




Posting Window: We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline. Date First Posted (TTF): 2/20/2025 Latest Post Date: Careers - US: 2/20/2025