Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant - Restaurant This Jobot Job is hosted by: Melanie Courtney Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $70,000 - $95,000 per year A bit about us: Our client is a fast-growing restaurant company whose purpose is creating loved experiences and maintaining a commitment to excellence in all aspects of our business. Why join us? Growing company Solid benefits Great culture Job Details Job Description: As Senior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the financial integrity of the company so that we can fulfill our vision of sharing joy, delicious food and operating restaurants of distinctively high quality. Reporting to the Controller, you will be responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, preparing and analyzing financial statements, optimizing and executing period-end close, supporting audit activities and other general accounting responsibilities. The right candidate will be curious, take ownership of their work and be motivated to make us better, in ways big and small. Core Responsibilities at Northstar Restaurant Group Brassica: Champion our vision and values by preparing financial statements to help support exceptional restaurant experiences Assist in the monthly financial close process, including reviewing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and performing timely review of results for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with US GAAP, internal controls and best practices Perform complex accounting tasks involving areas such as depreciation, amortization, and lease/occupancy expense allocations Track and analyze performance trends, and provide actionable insights Support budgeting and forecasting in collaboration with finance, operations, and other departments Partner with teams including operations, purchasing, design and construction, payroll and HR to ensure proper accounting of business activities Support all accounting processes including: reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting Generate month-end reporting including P&L, balance sheet and statement of cash flows with accompanying variance analysis Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness Represent the department in interactions with all levels of management, including supporting restaurant operation teams with accounting and finance-related needs Recognize, coordinate, and execute special projects that serve the team’s and organization’s objectives Support audit preparation and liaise with external auditors as needed Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in restaurant, hospitality, or retail sectors Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting including GAAP research tools and FASB codification CPA and/or Public Accounting experience a plus Proven ability to deliver accurate reports on time and manage multiple priorities effectively Detail-oriented, analytical, and highly organized with strong problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills; able to explain financial concepts clearly to non-financial teams Tech-savvy and adaptable; proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and accounting software (Restaurant365 experience a plus) Self-motivated, curious, and able to work both independently and collaboratively Willingness to go ‘above and beyond’ when needed to ensure timely completion of deliverables A team player with a collaborative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement Strong servant leadership disposition Genuine enthusiasm for food, hospitality, and supporting others Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Location: Columbus, OH, US

Posted Date: 6/7/2025