Staff Accountant

Home Franchise Concepts • Flower Mound, TX

49d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and fixed asset accounting functions within a multi-brand organization. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, managing the fixed asset lifecycle, supporting month-end close activities, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. The position analyzes financial transactions, identifies exceptions, and assists with financial reporting for assigned brands and business units.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to investigate issues, identify root causes and recommend solutions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple responsibilities while consistently meeting deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical ability to synthesize information
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated initiative and a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and gather and analyze information skillfully
• Ability to follow established accounting procedures while exercising sound judgment when addressing exceptions or unusual transactions.
• Intermediate or advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, lookups, PivotTables, and data analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• Technical skill of accounting process in multiple functional areas and possession of US GAAP accounting knowledge
• Ability to identify issues and discuss with supervisor for timely resolution
• Able to look for ways to improve accounting process and can communicate to supervisor in a thoughtful manner
• Ability to maintain accuracy and productivity during high-volume periods, including month-end, quarter-end, year-end close and budgeting cycles.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field is required
• 1+ year of relevant accounting experience, including general ledger, month-end close, audit, public accounting or similar accounting function
• Working Knowledge of US GAAP and fundamental accounting principles
• Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliation
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial information and identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Experience working in a multi-company or multi-location environment.
• Experience with fixed asset accounting and Construction-in-Progress (CIP).
• Experience with NetSuite or another enterprise accounting/ERP system.
• Experience supporting external or internal audits.
• Experience identifying and implementing accounting process improvements or automation.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Excel skills, including Macros/VBA, are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the accuracy of and integrity of assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries, including accruals and other period-end adjustments.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in accordance with established deadlines.
• Analyze financial transactions and account activity to identify errors, omissions, unusual activity, and other potential reporting issues while ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Research and resolve accounting issues while providing recommendations for corrective actions.
• Prepare supporting schedules, analyses, and reports for financial statement preparation.
• Assist with monthly accrual calculations and related accounting entries.
• Perform account and financial statement variance analysis and provide explanations for fluctuations in financial results.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and audit trails to support accounting transactions and financial reporting.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and responding to auditor requests.
• Maintain the fixed asset subledger and reconcile fixed asset balances to the general ledger.
• Process fixed asset additions, transfers, disposals, retirements, and adjustments.
• Calculate and record monthly depreciation and amortization expenses.
• Review capital expenditures to ensure proper capitalization in accordance with company policy and accounting standards.
• Monitor Construction-in-Progress (CIP) projects and coordinate timely capitalization of completed assets.
• Prepare fixed asset account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Assist with periodic physical asset inventories and asset verification activities.
• Support management with capital expenditure reporting and analysis.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within accounting functions.
• Collaborate effectively with internal departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• supplemental life insurance
• annual discretionary bonus
• 401(k) retirement plan, which includes matching contributions equal to 100% of the first three percent of eligible compensation contributed and 50% of the next two percent.
• 10 paid holidays
• 8 paid hours for associates to volunteer in their community
• open time off to support work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

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