WALTON ENTERPRISES & WALTON FAMILY FOUNDATION
Operations Accountant
WALTON ENTERPRISES & WALTON FAMILY FOUNDATION, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Operations Accountant
Job Locations:
US-IL-ChicagoRequisition ID:
2024-2005# of Openings:
1Category:
Accounting/FinanceOverview
About Builders VisionBuilders Vision is an impact platform dedicated to promoting a humane and healthy planet. Builders Vision includes a range of impact investing and philanthropic capabilities to support, seed, and scale sustainable agriculture, food systems, renewable energy, and ocean health. Today it encompasses a family foundation and impact investing team (Builders Initiative) and an asset management team (Builders Asset Management).At Builders Vision, we are guided collectively by the belief that markets can and should benefit society and the environment and that the most successful businesses in the future will be those that are purpose-driven. Our vision is "a humane and healthy planet," which we relentlessly pursue and advance through our mission, "shifting markets and minds for good."Diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice are at the core of our mission to shift markets and minds for good. We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome people from all experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.About the Position
Personal attributes that support your success:You are helpful, a team player, and show respect while collaborating with others.You are results-oriented and exercise sound judgment in your work.A lifelong learner, who is inquisitive and solves problems with bold thinking and innovation.You are dedicated to achieving excellence and work with others to tackle the tasks at hand.A superior communicator who treats everyone with respect.Unquestionable ethics and personal integrity.Responsibilities
Position Summary:Builders Vision is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Operations Accountant to join the Finance & Accounting team and report to the Assistant Controller. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling day-to-day operational, finance, and accounting activities including managing liquidity, financial accounts, and bill pay.The Finance & Accounting function manages accounting and reporting, treasury, vendor maintenance, budgeting and cash forecasting, and capital allocation across all entities of our platform. This team works with individuals and teams across the company to support our mission.Other Responsibilities:
Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the candidate in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may evolve or change over time.Supports enterprise operations, accounting and bookkeeping, budgeting, financial reporting, and select project work.Processes grants payments and supports accurate reporting of grant activity relative to approved budgets.Administers investment transactions, including recording monthly earnings and losses for the endowment.Administers accounts payable and accounts receivable.Maintains general ledger, including completing regular close of entities, and reconciliation of accounts.Maintains organized financial records and work papers.Prepares quarterly and annual financial statements.Supports annual audit of the private foundation and supports preparation of Form 990 with external tax provider.Actively seeks opportunities to provide structure and improve operations to support the office, including outsourced providers.Assists in the development and maintenance of financial policies and procedures.Generates financial reports and analyzes business and performance trends.Assists the Head of Finance and Accounting and team members by overseeing projects to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion and within budget.Assists with daily office operational tasks as needed.Qualifications
Qualifications required for your success:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field (CPA a plus).Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong skills in Microsoft Excel.Experience with Sage Intacct not required but preferred.Experience working with high-net-worth individuals, asset managers, financial services organizations and/or family offices is a plus.Technical accounting and financial reporting skills.Experience with budgeting and forecasting processes would be beneficial.Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.Strong time and project management skills.Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.Maintains a high level of professionalism, integrity, trust, and confidentiality.Demonstrates strong attention to detail.Ability to work independently and in a dynamic team environment.Exhibits a can-do attitude with willingness to roll up one's sleeves as needed.
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Job Locations:
US-IL-ChicagoRequisition ID:
2024-2005# of Openings:
1Category:
Accounting/FinanceOverview
About Builders VisionBuilders Vision is an impact platform dedicated to promoting a humane and healthy planet. Builders Vision includes a range of impact investing and philanthropic capabilities to support, seed, and scale sustainable agriculture, food systems, renewable energy, and ocean health. Today it encompasses a family foundation and impact investing team (Builders Initiative) and an asset management team (Builders Asset Management).At Builders Vision, we are guided collectively by the belief that markets can and should benefit society and the environment and that the most successful businesses in the future will be those that are purpose-driven. Our vision is "a humane and healthy planet," which we relentlessly pursue and advance through our mission, "shifting markets and minds for good."Diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice are at the core of our mission to shift markets and minds for good. We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome people from all experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.About the Position
Personal attributes that support your success:You are helpful, a team player, and show respect while collaborating with others.You are results-oriented and exercise sound judgment in your work.A lifelong learner, who is inquisitive and solves problems with bold thinking and innovation.You are dedicated to achieving excellence and work with others to tackle the tasks at hand.A superior communicator who treats everyone with respect.Unquestionable ethics and personal integrity.Responsibilities
Position Summary:Builders Vision is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Operations Accountant to join the Finance & Accounting team and report to the Assistant Controller. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling day-to-day operational, finance, and accounting activities including managing liquidity, financial accounts, and bill pay.The Finance & Accounting function manages accounting and reporting, treasury, vendor maintenance, budgeting and cash forecasting, and capital allocation across all entities of our platform. This team works with individuals and teams across the company to support our mission.Other Responsibilities:
Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the candidate in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may evolve or change over time.Supports enterprise operations, accounting and bookkeeping, budgeting, financial reporting, and select project work.Processes grants payments and supports accurate reporting of grant activity relative to approved budgets.Administers investment transactions, including recording monthly earnings and losses for the endowment.Administers accounts payable and accounts receivable.Maintains general ledger, including completing regular close of entities, and reconciliation of accounts.Maintains organized financial records and work papers.Prepares quarterly and annual financial statements.Supports annual audit of the private foundation and supports preparation of Form 990 with external tax provider.Actively seeks opportunities to provide structure and improve operations to support the office, including outsourced providers.Assists in the development and maintenance of financial policies and procedures.Generates financial reports and analyzes business and performance trends.Assists the Head of Finance and Accounting and team members by overseeing projects to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion and within budget.Assists with daily office operational tasks as needed.Qualifications
Qualifications required for your success:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field (CPA a plus).Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong skills in Microsoft Excel.Experience with Sage Intacct not required but preferred.Experience working with high-net-worth individuals, asset managers, financial services organizations and/or family offices is a plus.Technical accounting and financial reporting skills.Experience with budgeting and forecasting processes would be beneficial.Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.Strong time and project management skills.Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.Maintains a high level of professionalism, integrity, trust, and confidentiality.Demonstrates strong attention to detail.Ability to work independently and in a dynamic team environment.Exhibits a can-do attitude with willingness to roll up one's sleeves as needed.
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