Accounting Associate Non-Profit

Accounting Associate

Cedarstone began in 1993 as one friend helping another establish a nonprofit. This personal start is still the heart of our mission today. Join Cedarstone, a US-based business services organization that serves 200+ international and domestic nonprofits, primarily Christian organizations, by providing essential accounting and donation services.

• Salary: $19 - $21/hour, depending on experience.
• Job class:
  Full-time, business hours Monday - Friday.
• Location:
  
  Hybrid: US-based, working from our headquarters in Wheaton, IL.

• Client Accounting Operations
  • 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.

• 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 Quick Books 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.

• Environment:
  Friendly, flexible, and collaborative team environment.
• Benefits:
  Health insurance, Life & ADD insurance, LTD, STD, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with company matching, Voluntary benefits (Vision, Dental, Telemedicine, Accident & Illness Insurance).
• Success Measures
  • Maintain high client retention.
  • Execute client contracts 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.