Staff Accountant

Smoothie King•Coppell, TX

34d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is responsible for helping drive the growth and success of our brand by providing high-quality accounting services to our stores, various departments, and leadership. This role supports core accounting functions including general ledger accounting, month-end close activities, cash management, account reconciliations, and financial reporting, while also serving as the primary owner of the accounts receivable and collections process. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical skills, attention to detail, business curiosity, and a willingness to take ownership of processes that support the financial health of the brand.

Requirements

Strong understanding of accounting principles and U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with all levels of the organization.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong reconciliation, research, and account analysis capabilities.
Experience handling sensitive collection conversations professionally while maintaining positive business relationships.
Documentation skills, data analysis skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Organized and highly detail oriented.
Thorough knowledge of general ledger systems, account reconciliations, and financial reporting processes.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent experience preferred.
Minimum of 2-3 years of accounting, accounts receivable, collections, or related experience.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Experience using ERP software, preferably Microsoft Dynamics NAV.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high-growth organization preferred.
Personal passion for health and fitness is a plus.

Responsibilities

Participate in general ledger activities, including preparing and entering journal entries, supporting month-end close, reviewing general ledger accounts for accuracy, updating monthly financial statements and reports, and reconciling general ledger accounts.
Manage the full accounts receivable process, including customer invoicing, collection efforts on outstanding balances, cash application activities, and reconciliation of accounts receivable subledgers.
Prepare bi-weekly accounts receivable aging and collections reporting for leadership and facilitate monthly accounts receivable status meetings.
Manage delinquency-related activities, including payment plans, deferrals, account defaults, escalations, ACH returns, and resolution strategies.
Assist with quarterly franchisee P&L collection efforts and provide status updates to leadership.
Perform accounts receivable activities related to third-party delivery payment receipts and reconciliations.
Participate in cash management activities, including daily and weekly cash reporting, check deposits, payment run funding, and reconciliation of store and operating bank accounts.
Reconcile daily store cash deposits against reported cash sales and investigate discrepancies as needed.
Monitor collection trends and identify opportunities to improve accounts receivable aging, payment compliance, and cash flow.
Work collaboratively with other accounting team members to standardize processes, improve efficiencies, and support cross-functional initiatives.
Demonstrate ownership and accountability by developing a thorough understanding of both assigned responsibilities and broader accounting operations.
Assist the Accounting Manager, Controller, CFO, and broader Finance team with special projects and other accounting activities as needed.