Accountant - Restaurant/Hospitality

About the role

We’re an accounting & advisory company dedicated to helping restaurants, hotels, and food-based retail businesses thrive. Our team provides insightful guidance and financial clarity, allowing business owners to focus on what they love most: creating unforgettable guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Payroll processing, verification of timesheets, validation of tip pool distributions, processing payroll, and addressing payroll tax issues as required.
• Paying of bills and management of client cash.
• Accurate invoicing of clients and AR Management.
• Work with 3rd party vendors for debt collection.
• Creation and management of depreciation schedules and prepaid and accrued expense tracking.
• Prepare and maintain workpapers to support the balance sheet.
• Recognize opportunities for automation and efficiency, and work with Onboarding & Implementation Specialist to implement these applications.
• Review and prepare financials for analysis and client meetings.
• Responsible for closing books in a timely manner.
• Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet and review of financials to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare a file for tax preparer review and tax filings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some relevant experience, or at least 3 years’ experience in bookkeeping or accounting industry.
• A strong work ethic, including self-motivation, attention to detail, follow-through, and analytical ability.
• A high degree of professionalism and the ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and integrity.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks with a high level of detail and accuracy.
• The ability to work well in a team-centered environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• QuickBooks Online proficiency required, with certification within the first month of employment and advanced certification within the first six months.
• Maintain highest levels of certifications achieved in all apps in the app stack.
• Comfortable with cloud-based software and proficient with G-Suite applications.
• Basic understanding of functionality of PFA-approved Point-of-Sale systems.
• At least 1 year of experience working in the hospitality industry, preferably with an upscale, service-oriented restaurant or hotel.
• Background check.
• A sense of humor.

Qualifications

Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be comfortable with cloud-based software and have proficiency with G-Suite applications. Must have basic understanding of functionality of PFA-approved Point-of-Sale systems. Must have at least 1 year of experience working in the hospitality industry, preferably with an upscale, service-oriented restaurant or hotel. Must pass a background check. Must have a sense of humor.

Skills

• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of hospitality industry practices.

Benefits

We offer a benefits package which includes health, dental, 401k, and vision. Paid Time Off, flexible work schedule, and a casual work environment are also provided.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule to accommodate the needs of the position and the individual.