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Empire Ag exists to facilitate rural America’s revival by solving problems for rural businesses. We believe healthy rural businesses strengthen families, create opportunity, and support thriving communities. Through strategy, accounting, and branding, our team works alongside business owners to solve problems, build healthier businesses, and prepare for what comes next. The work we do matters because rural businesses are part of the fabric of their communities. When they are healthy, they create jobs, support families, invest locally, and help build places where people can make a life. That bigger purpose shapes both how we serve our clients and how we work together as a team. Our culture is grounded in six core values: Ride for the Brand, Do It Anyway, Sit Deep in the Saddle, Lead with Grit, Don’t Stop at the Gate, and Close the Gap. They reflect our expectation that team members take ownership, follow through, stay steady when the work gets difficult, solve problems, support one another, and care about the quality of what we put into the world. Empire Ag is growing, and we are building the company with intention. We are looking for people who want to contribute to that growth, take their work seriously, and help us build something that lasts.

The Junior Accounting Associate provides bookkeeping and administrative support to the Empire Ag Accounting team. This role is designed for individuals beginning their accounting career who are eager to build a strong foundation in bookkeeping, financial systems, and client service.

Reporting to the Team Lead, the Junior Accounting Associate assists with routine accounting tasks, maintains accurate financial records, and helps ensure client books remain organized and up to date. This position allows Accounting Associates to focus on higher-level client advisory work while providing the Junior Accounting Associate with opportunities to grow into a full Accounting Associate role. This is a developmental position with a defined career path from Junior Accounting Associate to Accounting Associate to Senior Accounting Associate.

This role is approximately:

• 85 percent bookkeeping and financial support
• 15 percent administrative and flex support

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining accurate financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Complete bank and credit card reconciliations under the review of the Team Lead.
• Maintain organized and accurate bookkeeping records in QuickBooks Online.
• Support workflows and documentation in Double (formerly Keeper).
• Provide basic data entry support to the Figured software specialist as directed.
• Organize and maintain digital client files and supporting financial documentation.
• Assist with client onboarding documentation and other administrative accounting tasks.
• Support audit preparation by organizing requested documentation.
• Follow established accounting procedures, internal workflows, and data security standards.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

This role requires consistent accuracy, timely completion of work, and proactive communication when issues arise

Requirements

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 0 to 2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping principles and accounting best practices.
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks Online, including hands-on experience navigating the platform.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, Double (formerly Keeper), which the team uses for workflow and documentation management.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow established processes and work independently after training.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive financial information.
• Confidence to ask questions and seek guidance when needed.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment.
• Experience working with agricultural businesses is a plus.
• Relevant certifications such as QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor or Certified Bookkeeper are a plus.

This role requires strict confidentiality. Team members are trusted with sensitive client and financial information and are expected to handle all data with care, discretion, and professionalism at all times.

This role may evolve as client needs grow and systems expand. Adherence to internal systems, workflows, and data security practices is required. Team members are expected to be available and responsive during standard business hours.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Communicates clearly and respectfully
• Brings a calm, steady approach to work
• Maintains professionalism while working efficiently with others
• Adaptable and proactive when priorities shift
• Comfortable juggling multiple tasks without losing accuracy

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment
• Flexible work structure within standard business hours
• Supportive, collaborative team
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Company-sponsored QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor certification
• Defined career path from Junior Accounting Associate to Accounting Associate to Senior Accounting Associate

Work Environment

We value a flexible, supportive remote work environment built on trust, accountability, and clear communication. Because our team is fully remote, high contact matters. We stay connected through Slack, regular check-ins, and phone calls when a conversation is better handled live. Being reachable, responsive, and engaged is part of how we serve clients well.

Standard business hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. We observe major U.S. holidays.