Accountant-Financial Solutions Team

UnCommon Farms LLC • Brighton, IL

3h • $49,000 - $65,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Uncommon Farms, we specialize in innovative, sustainable solutions that empower farm businesses to thrive. Dedicated to driving agricultural success, we offer a range of services designed to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and support growth. We’re seeking an accomplished and team-minded Accountant to provide full-cycle accounting services to a portfolio of farm clients, from the general ledger and month-end close to payroll and financial reporting. If you’re detail-oriented with a passion for agriculture and a knack for analyzing data, this opportunity is for you!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (required).
• 3-5 years of full-cycle accounting experience, including general ledger maintenance using accounting software.
• Proficient in accounting software, such as QuickBooks, Oracle, SAP, Sage 400, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, specifically, Microsoft Excel.
• Ability and willingness to learn and become proficient in using financial systems and CRM software.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, error-free work.

Nice To Haves

• Prior audit experience and experience with ERP and CRM systems are a plus.
• CPA license and QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-cycle accounting services to multiple assigned full-service and service bureau clients.
• Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and managerial reporting structure for each client.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and managerial reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Complete month-end close, including journal entries, accruals, prepaid allocations, depreciation entries, and financial statement review.
• Perform accounts payable, accounts receivable, and intercompany reconciliations, plus monthly account and balance sheet reconciliations for cost and market basis reporting.
• Process client payroll in full, including ACH/direct deposit files, timely payroll tax deposits, and monthly, quarterly, and annual employment tax reports.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and loan schedules, and record management and tax depreciation.
• Reconcile accounting records to filed tax returns and support financial, compliance, and operational audits.
• Review financial statements for reasonableness and investigate unusual trends or variances.
• Assist with client cleanup projects, including historical corrections and reclasses.
• Communicate regularly with clients about their financial records and documentation needs, and provide accounting support to on-farm clients and software users.
• Identify opportunities for additional client services and follow up with management or sales.
• Keep client financial information confidential and maintain accurate workpapers supporting balances and reporting.

Benefits

• Hybrid work option, combining remote work flexibility with at least 2 days a week in the office in Brighton, Illinois.
• Medical, dental, vision, and more.
• Company-provided long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) with a 50% company match.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• 1 week of paid sick time.
• 11 company-paid holidays.
• Tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level