Senior Accountant - Temporary Hire

UnCommon Farms LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

UnCommon Farms LLC in Illinois seeks a Temporary Senior Accountant to deliver full-cycle accounting, including general ledger, AP/AR, and financial statements in QuickBooks Online, ensuring GAAP compliance for client engagements. You will review transactions, reconcile accounts, process payroll, and prepare budgets; you will lead quarterly reviews and provide insights to clients.

The role emphasizes accuracy, multi-entity exposure, and the ability to liaise with client teams; compensation is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 7–10 years of accounting experience, ideally in agriculture and multi-entity environments.
• CPA license desired; QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle accounting including general ledger, AP/AR, and financial statements in QuickBooks Online per GAAP.
• Review client-entered transactions weekly and coach client staff to prevent errors.
• Reconcile cash, intercompany, and balance sheet accounts and align with tax returns.
• Process payroll and payroll taxes; maintain year-end records.
• Prepare budgets and variance analyses; lead quarterly financial review calls with clients.

Skills

GAAP expertise

Attention to detail

Financial reporting

Client meetings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree (preferred)

CPA license desired

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Excel

AgManager

AgVero

QBO ProAdvisor

Job description

Description 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.

Why You’ll Love This Role

As the Temporary Senior Accountant, you’ll:

• Deliver full-cycle accounting, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, and financial statements, in QuickBooks Online and other client-selected software, in line with GAAP.
• Review client-entered transactions weekly, correcting coding errors and coaching client staff to prevent repeat issues.
• Reconcile cash, loan, intercompany, and balance sheet accounts, and reconcile the financials to the client’s tax return.
• Process payroll and payroll tax payments, keeping records accurate and ready for year-end filings.
• Prepare budgets and budget-to-actual comparisons, and lead quarterly financial review calls that turn results into clear insights for clients.

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 AgManager, AgVero, or other ERP software is a plus.
• ~ Strong command of GAAP, with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail across multiple priorities.
• ~ Confidence leading virtual client meetings; CPA license desired and QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor certification a plus.

Competitive Compensation That Rewards Your Expertise

At UnCommon 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.

Estimated Pay Range: $50/hr

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

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us in shaping the future of agriculture through accurate, insightful financial reporting that helps farm businesses thrive.