An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
Accounting Associate Cedarstone Holdings Inc. Wheaton, IL Job Details Part-time $19 - $21 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Customer communication Research Office experience Full Job Description Accounting Associate Cedarstone began in 1993 as one friend helping another establish a nonprofit. We discovered that when Cedarstone provides accounting and donation services to nonprofits, it enables nonprofit staff to pour more energy into their mission. Today, Cedarstone is an international business services organization with 200+ clients (mainly Christian) that are changing the world! As an Accounting Associate, you'll be responsible for consistently delivering accurate and timely accounting services (A/P, expense reports, and/or payroll) for a set of clients, focusing on problem-solving and proactive communication.
Core Details Salary :
$19 - $21/hour, depending on experience. Job class : Part-time, business hours Monday -
Friday Location:
Hybrid:
US-based, working from our headquarters in Wheaton, IL.
Fully Remote:
Allowed in the following states: AR, AZ, CO, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, NC, OH, TN, TX,. No other states or international locations will be considered at this time.
Process financial transactions (A/P, A/R, and Payroll) in an accurate and timely manner. Prepare and process client invoices, wire transfers, and expense reports. Research and solve client problems, providing clear explanations of reports and collaborating on solutions. Maintain client data and ensure all monthly tasks are tracked (e.g., using Canopy).
Client & Staff Engagement:
Proactively communicate with clients, answering questions and providing timely follow-up on requests. Meet with client operations teams and internal client relationship teams to ensure commitments are met. Assist with client onboarding and provide backup coverage for teammates.
Process Improvement & Documentation:
Document processes to ensure service continuity. Collaborate with other Associates to identify and implement process improvements for greater efficiency and accuracy. What You Bring Experience & Education 1+ years of experience working in a business office environment. 2-year or 4-year degree that includes business training. Preferred Qualifications Experience in accounts payable and payroll. Experience with QuickBooks Online and Excel. Skills & Attributes Strong ethical standards and integrity. Excellent research and problem-solving skills—adept at "figuring out puzzles". High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills that cultivate client trust. Ability to multitask and work with several clients with differing requirements. Excellent time management, priority setting, and the ability to work independently. A team-focused, others-focused attitude with a willingness to help, a service mindset, and a naturally curious approach.
Benefits & Success Environment:
Friendly, flexible, and collaborative team environment.
Benefits:
Paid Time Off, 401(k) with company matching, Voluntary benefits (Vision, Dental, Telemedicine, Accident & Illness Insurance.)
Success Measures:
Maintain high client retention. Execute client contracted deliverables in a timely and accurate manner. Embody Cedarstone's 4
Core Values:
Own our promises, do the right things the right way, ask the next question, and we're in this together. This job description may not be all-inclusive of the position's requirements. Please be sure to add to your contact list to ensure delivery of all correspondence from us.
