Accountant

Job Description

Accountant | Jacob Taylor Shepard a World wide entrepreneur

The Tone:
This is a full-time hybrid role based in the Greater Chicago Area. Jacob Taylor Shepard is a global entrepreneur building scalable ventures with diverse business interests across multiple sectors. The organization prioritizes strategic growth, sound financial management, and data-driven decision-making to optimize financial performance worldwide. This role is crucial for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of daily financial operations, supporting compliance, and providing leadership with essential financial insights for sustainable business practices.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Greater Chicago Area

• Mission: This person ensures accurate financial records and supports sound financial management across diverse business interests globally.
• Tech Stack: Accounting software, ERP systems, Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Record Management: Record transactions, maintain general ledgers, and prepare accurate financial statements.
• Transaction Processing: Process accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and expense tracking.
• Account Reconciliation: Reconcile bank and credit accounts, supporting month-end and year-end close procedures.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting: Assist with budgeting, cash flow monitoring, and prepare reports for leadership.
• Compliance & Support: Support tax and audit processes, ensuring adherence to relevant accounting standards and regulations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, demonstrating strong proficiency in general accounting principles.
• Experience: Proven ability in ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, expense tracking, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Skills: Comfort working with accounting software and ERP systems, advanced Microsoft Excel skills, excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and clear communication.
• Bonus: Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA) or prior experience in entrepreneurial, international, or multi-entity environments.