<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: bold">                                                         <img src="https://images7.bamboohr.com/49445/logos/cropped.jpg?v=32" alt="Cedarstone Holdings Inc.">                                         </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: bold">                                                   <span style="font-size: 18pt"> Accounting Associate </span></span></p> <p><br><br></p> <p>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!</p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Core Details</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: bold">Salary</span>: $19 - $21/hour, depending on experience.</li> <li><span style="font-weight: bold">Job class</span>: Part-time, business hours Monday - Friday</li> <li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">Location:</span>  </span> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Hybrid: US-based, working from our headquarters in Wheaton, IL.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold">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.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul></ul> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Key Responsibilities</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: bold">Client Accounting Operations:</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Process financial transactions (A/P, A/R, and Payroll) in an accurate and timely manner.</li> <li>Prepare and process client invoices, wire transfers, and expense reports.</li> <li>Research and solve client problems, providing clear explanations of reports and collaborating on solutions.</li> <li>Maintain client data and ensure all monthly tasks are tracked (e.g., using Canopy).</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: bold">Client & Staff Engagement:</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Proactively communicate with clients, answering questions and providing timely follow-up on requests.</li> <li>Meet with client operations teams and internal client relationship teams to ensure commitments are met.</li> <li>Assist with client onboarding and provide backup coverage for teammates.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: bold">Process Improvement & Documentation:</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Document processes to ensure service continuity.</li> <li>Collaborate with other Associates to identify and implement process improvements for greater efficiency and accuracy.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>  </p> <p>  <span style="font-weight: bold">What You Bring</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: bold">Experience & Education</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>1+ years of experience working in a business office environment.</li> <li>2-year or 4-year degree that includes business training.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: bold">Preferred Qualifications</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Experience in accounts payable and payroll.</li> <li>Experience with QuickBooks Online and Excel.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: bold">Skills & Attributes</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Strong ethical standards and integrity.</li> <li>Excellent research and problem-solving skills—adept at "figuring out puzzles".</li> <li>High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.</li> <li>Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills that cultivate client trust.</li> <li>Ability to multitask and work with several clients with differing requirements.</li> <li>Excellent time management, priority setting, and the ability to work independently.</li> <li>A team-focused, others-focused attitude with a willingness to help, a service mindset, and a naturally curious approach.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: bold">Benefits & Success</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: bold">Environment:</span> Friendly, flexible, and collaborative team environment.</li> <li><span style="font-weight: bold">Benefits: </span><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Paid Time Off, 401(k) with company matching, Voluntary benefits (Vision, Dental, Telemedicine, Accident & Illness Insurance.)</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: bold">Success Measures:</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li>Maintain high client retention.</li> <li>Execute client contracted deliverables in a timely and accurate manner.<br></li> <li>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.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> <br></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold">                                 <span style="font-weight: bold"><em> <span style="font-weight: bold">This job description may not be all-inclusive of the position’s requirements.</span></em></span></span></p> <p><br><br></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold">                          Please be sure to add <span style="font-size: 14pt"><a href="mailto:notifications@app.bamboohr.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">notifications@app.bamboohr.com</a> </span>to your contact list to ensure                                                                                      delivery of all correspondence from us.</span><br></p>