Staff Accountant

Shake Shack • New York, NY

4d • $67,956 - $87,394 • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for assisting in the accounting of general functions as it relates to License Revenue Accounting, including but not limited to the preparation of journal entries related to accruals, and accounts receivables tasks. This individual will also provide strategic support and analysis as needed. The Staff Accountant is a self-motivated, adaptive, eager learner who can manage and prioritize an evolving workload in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have an analytical mindset, strong work ethic, heightened attention to detail and a desire for continuous process improvement.

Requirements

• Skilled with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Confident, Caring, Team-oriented, Guest-focused, Supportive, Empathetic, Trustworthy.
• Understanding of US GAAP and SOX.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience in private and/or public accounting.
• Bachelor's Degree
• BS/BA in Accounting or Finance required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the restaurant and/or retail industries preferred.
• Experience at Big 4 public accounting firm a plus.
• CPA or CPA track preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare period-end entries, account reconciliations, and account analyses as it relates to owned areas with appropriate SOX documentation and support when required.
• Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports for both domestic and international licensing sales.
• Compile licensing sales data and maintain licensing dashboard.
• Coordinate with licensing partners to resolve reporting issues as needed.
• Facilitate period-end closings by ensuring the accurate and timely completion of all responsibilities.
• Prepare invoices for licensing partners and process monthly cash receipts.
• Prepare accounts receivable aging and ensure timely collections.
• Act as a key member of cross-functional teams to improve the flow of data and reporting.
• Support compliance with SOX key controls related to owned accounts and processes.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors related to owned accounts and processes ensuring complete, timely, and accurate responses to information requests.
• Continuously evaluate SOX controls in light of changing systems/processes and work with Internal Audit to identify and implement necessary control changes.
• Review existing processes, structures, and systems to assist in the identification of improvement opportunities with a focus on simplification, standardization, and optimization, especially the reduction of manual, Excel-based activities.
• Help drive the reduction of the close timeline by assessing and streamlining close-related activities.
• Assist in assessing the impact from and implement the required changes to systems, processes, policies, and procedures due to new accounting standards, regulatory changes, changes in business strategy, cross-departmental initiatives, and other operational changes.
• Support the implementation of on-going process improvement initiatives.
• Support information flow between accounting teams, external auditors, and other internal and external partners.
• Prepare balance sheet and income statement fluctuation analyses.
• Provide support to Tax and Financial Reporting and adhere to external reporting timelines.
• Collaborate cross functionally where required and appropriate.
• Strengthen and maintain relationships with both internal and external parties.
• Remain current on accounting and regulatory changes.
• Remain current on Restaurant and Retail industry-specific technologies and emerging trends.
• Prepare reports/analyses and participate in other projects as needed.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay and Performance bonuses
• Shake Shack Meal Discounts
• Exclusive corporate discounts for travel, electronics, wellness, leisure activities and more
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program on Day 1
• Pre-Tax Commuter and Parking Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Development and Growth Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level