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About Ceres Renewables Ceres Renewables is a fast-growing renewable energy service company based in the Los Angeles, California area, with an administrative office in the Chicago area. Our current business focuses on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), while actively expanding into emerging sectors including Data Centers and other critical energy infrastructure. Our clients include leading global energy storage manufacturers, utility-scale project owners, renewable energy developers, EPC contractors, and other major participants throughout the renewable energy industry. As the renewable energy market continues to evolve, Ceres Renewables is building not only a strong business, but also a strong team. We believe long-term success depends on developing exceptional people who can grow with the company. Position Overview Ceres Renewables is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Bookkeeper / Accounting professional to support the company's day-to-day accounting and financial administration. This position will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable, assisting with payroll and expense records, performing reconciliations, and preparing routine accounting reports. Because we are a growing company with a collaborative and hands-on work environment, this position will also support a portion of the company's general administrative work. The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, comfortable handling confidential information, and willing to assist across functions when needed. Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date bookkeeping records and supporting documentation.
• Record and categorize financial transactions in the company's accounting system.
• Support accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, documentation, and payment preparation.
• Support accounts receivable, including customer invoicing, payment tracking, and follow-up on outstanding balances.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with payroll records, employee reimbursements, benefit-related accounting records, and other routine payroll support.
• Maintain vendor and customer accounting records, including W-9s and other required documentation.
• Prepare routine financial and management reports and provide supporting schedules to management, CPA, tax advisors, or auditors as requested.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities and maintain organized records for tax and audit purposes.
• Help maintain appropriate internal controls, approval records, and accounting documentation.
• Support selected administrative functions, including document organization, office records, vendor coordination, purchasing support, filing, and other general administrative tasks as assigned.
• Assist management with special projects and other accounting or administrative duties as needed. Who You Are We are looking for someone who is careful, reliable, and comfortable taking ownership of routine accounting work.
• Pays close attention to detail and values accuracy.
• Is dependable, organized, and able to meet recurring deadlines.
• Handles confidential financial and employee information with discretion.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with colleagues, vendors, customers, and outside professionals.
• Can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growing-company environment.
• Is willing to assist with administrative work in addition to core bookkeeping responsibilities.
• Looks for practical ways to improve accounting and administrative processes. Qualifications
• Previous bookkeeping, accounting assistant, staff accounting, or similar experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Workspace.
• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software is strongly preferred.
• Strong numerical accuracy, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidential information and exercise sound judgment.
• Mandarin Chinese proficiency is required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred; relevant practical experience will also be considered.

What We Offer At Ceres Renewables, we believe professional growth is developed through experience, mentorship, and continuous learning.

You will receive:

• Direct exposure to the financial and operational activities of a growing renewable energy company.
• Hands-on experience across accounting, business operations, and administration.
• Professional development opportunities in renewable energy and business operations.
• Opportunities for long-term career advancement within a rapidly growing organization.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial, and supportive work environment. Career Growth As Ceres Renewables continues to grow, strong performers will have opportunities to assume increasing responsibility in accounting, finance, administration, and business operations. Job Type Full-time/part-time Benefits
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sick Leave Work Location 6204 Oakton Street Morton Grove, Illinois 60053

In-person Pay:

$25.08 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave

Work Location:

In person