Senior Accountant - Temporary Hire

UnCommon Farms LLC • Brighton, IL

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About The Position

UnCommon Farms is seeking a temporary Senior Accountant to provide full-cycle accounting services to full-service and hybrid accounting clients. The role focuses on a specific book of business and supports client success. The temporary engagement may have the potential to continue longer.

The Senior Accountant delivers accounting services in QuickBooks Online and other client-selected software in accordance with GAAP. Responsibilities include general ledger accounting, accounts payable and receivable, financial statements, payroll, reconciliations, budgeting, and client financial reviews. The role also includes reviewing client-entered transactions and coaching client staff to improve accuracy.

The estimated pay rate is $50 per hour. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s qualifications, certifications, experience, and training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 7–10 years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong command of GAAP.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail across multiple priorities.
• Confidence leading virtual client meetings.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Agricultural, multi-entity/intercompany, and payroll experience preferred.
• Experience with AgManager, AgVero, or other ERP software is a plus.
• CPA license desired.
• QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-cycle accounting services to full-service and hybrid accounting clients.
• Manage general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial statements in QuickBooks Online and other client-selected software in line with GAAP.
• Review client-entered transactions weekly, correct coding errors, and coach client staff to prevent repeat issues.
• Reconcile cash, loan, intercompany, and balance sheet accounts, and reconcile financials to the client’s tax return.
• Process payroll and payroll tax payments and maintain accurate records for year-end filings.
• Prepare budgets and budget-to-actual comparisons.
• Lead quarterly financial review calls and explain results clearly to clients.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior