Senior Accountant

UnCommon Farms LLC; Arlington Township (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Soules Family Farms in Arlington, Iowa, is seeking a Senior Accountant to run its in-house accounting function. You’ll own the farm’s books from day-to-day transactions through financial statements, providing ownership with an accurate, timely picture.

Responsibilities include managing full-cycle accounting, payroll, budget-to-actual analyses, and presenting quarterly results to owners. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting, 7–10 years of experience, proficiency in QuickBooks Online and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required; master’s degree preferred.
• 7-10 years of accounting experience; agricultural, multi-entity/intercompany and payroll experience preferred.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel; experience with other farm accounting or ERP software is a plus.
• Strong command of GAAP with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• CPA license desired and QuickBooks Online certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle accounting for Soules Farms and related entities, including general ledger, AP/AR, and financial statements.
• Manage day-to-day transaction processing (bill payments, invoicing, deposits and withdrawals) with supporting docs.
• Reconcile cash, loan, intercompany, and balance sheet accounts; align financials with tax return with advisors.
• Process payroll and payroll tax payments; prepare year-end filings.
• Prepare budgets and budget-to-actual comparisons; present quarterly results to ownership.

Skills

GAAP proficiency

Attention to detail

Financial reporting

CPA license desired

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

Job description

Description

Join Our Team!
Soules Farms is seeking an energetic, experienced Senior Accountant to run its in-house accounting function. You’ll own the farm’s books from day-to-day transactions through financial statements, giving ownership an accurate, timely picture of the business.

The Team

Soules Family Farms is a 4th generation, family-owned agricultural operation that specializes in row crop and livestock production, located in Arlington, Iowa.You’ll work directly with ownership and farm staff, and alongside the farm’s outside advisors.

Why You’ll Love This Role

As the Senior Accountant, you’ll:

• Own full-cycle accounting for Soules Farms and its related entities, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, and financial statements, in QuickBooks Online and in line with GAAP.
• Manage day-to-day transaction processing (bill payments, invoicing, deposits and withdrawals) and keep supporting documentation such as settlement sheets, receipts, timesheets, and production records organized and complete.
• Reconcile cash, loan, intercompany, and balance sheet accounts, and reconcile the financials to the farm’s tax return in coordination with outside tax advisors.
• Process payroll and payroll tax payments, keeping records accurate and ready for year-end filings.
• Prepare budgets and budget-to-actual comparisons, and present quarterly financial results to ownership, turning the numbers into clear, actionable insights.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; master’s degree preferred.
• 7-10 years of accounting experience; agricultural, multi-entity/intercompany, and payroll experience preferred.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel; experience with other farm accounting or ERP software is a plus.
• Strong command of GAAP, with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail across multiple priorities.
• Confidence presenting financial results to ownership and working with lenders and tax advisors; CPA license desired and QuickBooks Online certification a plus.

Estimated Pay Range: $60,000 - $80,000/yr

*Your final offer will be tailored to your unique background, including your qualifications, certifications, experience, and training.

At Soules Farms, we recognize and value the skills and experience you bring to the table. Our compensation package is designed to be both fair and competitive, reflecting the qualifications, education, and expertise needed for success in this role.