Senior Staff Accountant

Mainstreet Ventures Restaurant Group in Ann Arbor, Michigan - a growing, dynamic organization - is looking for an on-site senior staff accountant with restaurant industry experience. Working closely with the controller and CFO, this will be a key member of our Finance team with a tremendous opportunity to grow. We are seeking an extraordinary accounting professional for a high-energy, fast-paced environment with a sharp eye for detail, commitment to timeliness and accuracy, deep experience with A/R, A/P, G/L and overall strong GAAP accounting knowledge (particularly in the restaurant industry), high-level organizational & communication skills, proficiency with automated accounting tools (including Microsoft Office) and most importantly deep curiosity and a passion to excel and continually improve. Key responsibilities include:· Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all deliverables for the role· Manage and process accounts payable - ensure approvals, recording correct journal entries and working with the accounting systems· Assist with accounts receivable as necessary· Organize physical and electronic files leveraging automated tools - ensuring accurate recordkeeping and access to information· Maintain and ensure accuracy of period end workbooks for all units· Post period-end adjusting journal entries· Proactively monitor, investigate, and resolve discrepancies and reconciling items· Contribute to the identification and implementation of process enhancements and best practices· Prepare various financial reports· Undertake additional accounting responsibilities as necessitated to bolster the accounting team· Assist month-end and year-end closures· Assist with inter-company accounting as necessary· Help prepare documents for audits· Improve existing processes by leveraging expertise· Back up controller for various functions · Interacting with internal and external stakeholders as necessaryKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:· A collaborative team player adaptable to learning within a dynamic, fast-paced environment· Experience working as an accountant in the restaurant industry - preferably with multiple units· Deep knowledge of accounts payable processes and connections between balance sheet and P&L· Strong communication skills· Ability to efficiently organize and prioritize diverse tasks and responsibilities· Ability to work with external vendors resolving issues as necessary· Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)· Use of automated accounting tools · Deep desire to learn and develop new skills· Commitment to excellence and teamwork· 5+ years of accounting experience (minimum of 3 years in the restaurant industry)

Created: 2024-11-10