Accounting Manager - Pod Lead

About the role

Prix Fixe Accounting helps restaurateurs understand their numbers and run better businesses. We combine accounting, financial insight, and industry expertise to translate restaurant data into clear operational decisions. Our goal is simple: give restaurant owners the numbers—and the confidence—to run their business.

Responsibilities

• Payroll - Payroll processing, verification of timesheets, validation of tip pool distributions, processing payroll and addressing payroll tax issues as required.
• Accounts Payable / Cash Management - Paying of bills, and management of client cash is required. Some cash flow projections may also be required.
• Accounts Receivable - Accurate invoicing of clients, and AR Management. Work with 3rd party vendors for debt collection.
• Balance Sheet Entries - Creation and management of depreciation schedules and prepaid and accrued expense tracking. Accountants must also be able to prepare and maintain workpapers to support the balance sheet.
• Reporting - Review and prepare financials for analysis and client meetings. Responsible for closing books in a timely manner. Year End Preparation - Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet and review of financials to ensure accuracy. Prepare a file for tax preparer review and tax filings.
• Supervisory Duties & Responsibilities - Mastery of Bookkeeping Duties - It is expected that the Accounting Manager/ Pod Lead be a resource to bookkeepers and accountants on these subjects and solve more complex accounting issues. Automation and Efficiency - Recognize opportunities where clients can benefit from 3rd party applications to increase efficiency. Work with the Chief Operating Officer to implement these applications. Reporting - Work with Accountants to review and prepare financials for analysis and client meetings. Review - Review staff accountants books and review the monthly close, and review year end close with supporting documentation and workpapers. Operational Efficiency & KPI - Operational efficiency is a key metric with bookkeeping, the Accounting Manager/ Pod Lead will assist in routine analysis and benchmarking of staff. Problem Solving - Getting in front of, and triaging issues is a major aspect of this job. Personnel changes, errors resulting in client losses, and simple payroll conversions all fall within the purview of the Accounting Manager/ Pod Lead. Application of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) - Work with the Director of Accounting to ensure that Standard Operating Procedures and standards are adhered to by accounting staff. Supervisory & Training - Accounting Manager / Pod Lead is responsible for period review of direct reports with the Director of Accounting. Accounting Manager/ Pod Lead is also responsible for assisting in the onboarding of new employees and training them on Standard Operating Procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree. Focus in accounting or business administration is a plus.
• 3 - 4 years of experience in a Client Accounting Services (CAS) role.
• 4+ years of experience in a supervisory role.
• 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 manage in a team-centered environment.
• Must possess a high level of excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• QuickBooks Online proficiency required. Quickbooks Online Level II Certification required within the first month of employment.
• Experience working in the hospitality industry is not required, but is highly desired.