Ceres Partners, LLC · 16 hours ago
Ceres Partners_Accounting & Operations Associate
South Bend, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expCeres Partners is a specialist investment manager focused on real estate investments related to agriculture, water resources, renewable energy, and land conversion for development. The Accounting & Operations Associate will support core accounting functions and financial reporting while also providing administrative support, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial operations.
AgricultureFarmingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Perform general accounting functions, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end and quarter-end close activities
Manage and close the daily ledger for a real estate investment fund, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all investment and operational transactions
Assist with financial reporting, including preparation of internal management reports and support for external audits and tax-related requests
Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards (GAAP), internal controls, and company policies
Support process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives related to accounting and reporting
Maintain organized records for properties, leases, and capital expenditures
Assist with ordering and organizing property appraisals
Assist with closings, title work, and regulatory filings
Provide ad hoc operational or administrative support as business needs arise
Qualification
Required
3+ years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, operations, or a related field in the real estate industry
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline
Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles
Proficiency with Excel and accounting or ERP systems
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
Preferred
CPA preferred but not required; candidates actively pursuing certification are encouraged to apply
Experience with real estate or investment accounting is a plus
Company
Ceres Partners, LLC
Private Real Estate fund focused on investing in prime United States farmland, partnering with successful farmers and delivering strong investor returns Ceres Partners was founded in 2007 to serve as investment manager and general manager of Ceres Farms, LLC, Heartland Farms, LLC and any successor investment funds.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-07-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Nick Schupbach
Managing Director
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