Operations Accountant

Shake Smart

5d

About The Position

The Operations Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of a multi-location business. This role is responsible for transactional accounting, operational reconciliations, reporting support, and cross-functional coordination with operations, vendors, and internal stakeholders. The position emphasizes accuracy, follow-through, and process consistency while supporting month-end close, ongoing operational initiatives and executive supportive needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2–4 years of accounting or operational finance experience
• Strong understanding of transactional accounting and reconciliations
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Excel
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and follow-through skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in multi-location, retail, hospitality, or food & beverage environments
• Exposure to operational reporting, COGS, or sales-based accounting
• Experience supporting audits or compliance-related processes
• Previous experience as a Shake Smart Team Member or Shift Lead

Responsibilities

• Manage routine accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, cash application, reconciliation of customer accounts, and responding to account inquiries
• Support accounts payable processes, including payment scheduling, check processing, and vendor coordination
• Reconcile bank deposits and operational transactions to accounting records
• Assist with employee and contractor reimbursements in accordance with company policy
• Prepare and compile operational sales data to support journal entries and month-end close
• Review and reconcile expense activity, including company card transactions and reimbursements
• Categorize and track operational expenses to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and variance follow-ups
• Collect, organize, and review operational reports related to sales, cost of goods sold (COGS), rebates, and location-level performance
• Perform periodic location-level checks to validate financial data against operational activity
• Prepare reports comparing vendor invoices, COGS, and internal billing records
• Support labor, discount, and rent reporting by compiling and validating source data
• Collect and organize documentation related to sales tax, vendor onboarding, and regulatory filings
• Maintain accurate records for vendors, locations, and operational changes (e.g., address or contact updates)
• Support audit requests by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries
• Provide administrative and coordination support to the CFO, CEO, VP's, and Directors as needed
• Assist with booking and coordinating travel arrangements
• Support scheduling coordination and documentation preparation for senior leadership
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive financial or operational information
• Opportunity to gain exposure to operations through on-site shifts or operational support
• Involvement in supporting new location openings, including financial setup, on site store set up, new team member training and coordination
• Occasional travel may be required based on business needs and employee interest; travel is a seasonal aspect of the role

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees