Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant – Restaurant Group
Position Summary
The Staff Accountant will play a key role in supporting the financial operations of a multi-unit restaurant group. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, with a strong focus on payroll, tip management, inventory, and month-end close processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities
Payroll & Tip Management
•    Process and review payroll for multiple restaurant locations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations 
•    Manage and reconcile tip distribution (“tip bundles”), ensuring proper allocation and reporting 
•    Partner with operations and HR to resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries 
Month-End Close
•    Support and execute the monthly close process, including preparation of journal entries and supporting schedules 
•    Ensure all deadlines are met and financials are accurate and complete 
Account Reconciliations & Accruals
•    Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and resolving variances in a timely manner 
•    Record and monitor accruals, ensuring expenses are recognized in the appropriate period 
•    Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement 
Inventory & Cost Controls
•    Perform inventory reconciliations across multiple locations 
•    Partner closely with restaurant management to investigate variances, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions 
Cross-Functional Collaboration
•    Work closely with restaurant management teams to ensure accurate reporting and operational alignment 
•    Assist with process improvements and system implementations related to accounting and payroll 
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Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 
•    1–3 years of accounting experience (hospitality or restaurant industry preferred) 
•    Experience with payroll processing and multi-location environments is a plus 
•    Strong understanding of GAAP and basic accounting principles 
•    Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (R365, Toast) 
•    High attention to detail and strong organizational skills 
•    Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
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Key Competencies
•    Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills 
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
•    Ability to collaborate effectively with both finance and operations teams 
•    High level of integrity and accountability
•    Independent, action-oriented mindset