Salesberry Group: Financial Operations Associate
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Accounting
Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting
Salesberry Group (SG) is a financial, people, and operations firm serving organizations working in the progressive political arena. Our mission is to actively support members of the progressive movement in creating a more just and equitable existence for all.
The PositionWe’re looking for an Associate to assist clients with standard operations, administration, bookkeeping, payroll duties, budgeting, and other analysis and projects as needed. The position will report directly to a Senior Associate within SG. The Financial Operations Associate is an essential partner to our clients and will be responsible for delivering high-quality services and support. They do this by applying their working knowledge of accounting processes and by using thoughtful, proactive communication to provide updates and answer client questions as they drive essential work to completion.
The Associate will cultivate strong client consultant working relationships rooted in trust and will operate with a flexible mindset that allows Salesberry Group to meet the unique and evolving needs of our mission-driven clients.
Research shows that members of marginalized groups often do not apply if they do not meet all qualifications. If you feel you can excel at this role, please apply.
- 3 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience
- Experience successfully working in a remote team environment
- Demonstrated ability to provide quality customer/client engagement and relationship management
- Experience with key software:
Quick Books Online and Microsoft Excel - Willingness to assist in any and all operational needs of a client
- Strong attention to detail and completeness
- Comfort working in an evolving team and willingness to embrace change and take initiative to ensure quality services
- 5 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience, with a bachelor’s degree in accounting (or similar field)
- Working understanding of GAAP
- Extensive experience and/or certification with Quick Books Online and Microsoft Excel
- Experience with Google Suite/Workspace, Asana, Keeper, and Slack
- A desire to support progressive organizations and their missions – including women’s rights, LGBTQ rights, climate action, voter protection, immigration reform, equal access to healthcare, equal rights, and others
- Client Bookkeeping:
Complete tasks for clients, including but not limited to processing bill payments, reconciling accounts, organizing expense documentation, managing supporting documentation, executing client invoicing and accounts receivable, and processing payroll. - Monthly Reporting:
Assist with the preparation and input for monthly reporting and budgeting, ensuring accuracy in financial records and compliance with accounting standards. - Financial Analysis:
Assist in conducting financial analysis to support decision-making and identify trends. - Financial Platforms and Processes:
Assist in ensuring financial platforms and processes are effectively used, implemented, and meet the needs of our clients. - Special Project Support:
Assist with administrative tasks as assigned to support special projects. - Perform other duties as assigned.
Because Salesberry Group’s clients are located throughout the country, this position is remote and can work from anywhere in the continental US.
Compensation and BenefitsThis is a full time position with a salary of $55,000 – $65,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. Any starting salary must fall within that range. Other compensation includes a monthly home office stipend.
Salesberry Group offers 3 weeks of accrued PTO and unlimited sick leave. Additional PTO policies include parental leave (12 weeks), bereavement, voting, and blood donation.
Salesberry Group provides medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees only. Employees can add dependents at their own cost.
A 401K plan is available for employees to make pre-tax contributions, with no employer contribution at this time.
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