Jr. Accountant

UnCommon Farms LLC • Brighton, IL

3h • $40,000 - $55,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

UnCommon Farms is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to maintain accurate financial records, support client financial reporting, and assist with month-end and year-end close processes. The role prepares accounting records and reviews client financial statements, records and reconciles ledger and balance sheet accounts, and enters transactions such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and journal entries. It uses QuickBooks, Xero, and Excel to analyze financial data and supports accountants with payroll, bill payments, and other specialized tasks. The Junior Accountant also assists with ERP-related tasks and maintains internal process documentation. The role starts full-time in the Brighton office for the first 90 days; flexible or hybrid arrangements may be explored afterward.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Accounting required.
• 1–2 years of accounting or finance experience, including internships or entry-level positions.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and GAAP fundamentals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, lookups, and basic data analysis.
• Experience with QuickBooks.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Familiarity with Xero.
• Familiarity with an ERP system such as Business Central or similar.
• Farm or agriculture accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounting records and review client financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets.
• Record, reconcile, and maintain general ledger and balance sheet accounts.
• Enter accounting transactions, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and journal entries.
• Complete month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations.
• Use accounting software such as QuickBooks and Xero, as well as Excel, to analyze financial data.
• Support accountants with payroll, accounts payable, bill payments, and other specialized tasks as needed.
• Assist with ERP-related tasks and maintain internal process documentation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and other comprehensive coverage.
• Company-provided long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) with a 50% company match.
• Three weeks of paid vacation, one week of paid sick time, and 11 company-paid holidays.
• Relaxed dress code.
• Tuition assistance.
• Flexible or hybrid work arrangements may be explored after the first 90 days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree