Staff Accountant - Restaurant Accounting Services

Tablespoon•Dallas, TX

8d•Remote

About The Position

As a staff accountant in our Client Accounting Services (CAS) group, you will gain hands-on experience with the complete accounting cycle for a group of assigned clients, using modern, cloud-based accounting software and reporting tools. Day to day tasks will include reconciling accounts, assisting with A/P, troubleshooting account-related problems, and communicating with clients to resolve questions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent (demonstrated) work experience
Restaurant/hospitality industry experience, ideally in a role with P&L responsibility
A customer service mentality and “whatever it takes” attitude to ensuring client satisfaction
Exceptional time management skills, attention to detail, and follow through
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Positive attitude, team-focused work style, and innate desire to help others
Absolute commitment to integrity and protecting client confidentiality
A secure place to work from home with no interruptions
A reliable high-speed internet connection
Ability to work independently during defined "business hours" with little supervision
Ability to self-manage competing priorities and deadlines
Strong technology skills and experience working with modern business SaaS applications and communication tools (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Box, etc.)
Must be comfortable communicating and meeting with clients and team members in a virtual environment (including frequent video meetings)
Ability to travel once or twice a year for team meetings

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with Sage Intacct or similar cloud accounting software is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform daily bank account reconciliations for multiple assigned clients
Review, analyze, and post restaurant daily sales information
Proactively research and resolve exceptions or variances in daily sales and bank activity
Assist with accounts payable, including coding invoices and applying payments
Correspond with client vendors to resolve account issues
Prepare journal entries with appropriate support
Prepare monthly sales tax returns
Communicate with clients to obtain missing information, resolve questions, and provide general support for client inquiries
Provide exceptional customer service to client personnel and internal team