Store Accountant

Parker's Kitchen•Savannah, GA

13d

About The Position

The Store Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of all store-level financial and operational documentation. This role serves as the primary liaison between store accountants, store operations, and corporate departments. The position requires advanced analytical abilities, sound judgment, and the capacity to interpret and apply company policies and financial controls with independence. This role supports timely, accurate financial reporting and drives continuous improvement in financial processes.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 5+ years in accounting, auditing, or financial reconciliation; multi-location or retail environment experience strongly preferred.
Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems; PDI experience preferred.
Analytical Skills: Strong attention to detail and ability to identify, research, and resolve complex financial discrepancies.
Discretion & Judgment: Ability to exercise independent judgment on matters related to financial accuracy, compliance, and operational policy.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate and influence across departments.
Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
Integrity: Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality, ethical business practices, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

Financial & Operational Oversight: Conduct weekly meetings with store accountants to review tasks, identify operational risks, and drive process improvements related to documentation, lottery management, cash handling, forms, and compliance.
Audit store documentation and correct discrepancies to ensure accuracy, adherence to standards, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Review invoice discrepancies and collaborate with store leadership and district management to ensure timely, accurate resolution.
Provide ongoing financial support to store management, loss prevention, and operations teams, offering insight and guidance as a subject-matter expert.
Reconciliation & Analysis: Monitor and investigate daily cash variances, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions to store and district leadership.
Analyze inventory discrepancies using exception and variance reporting tools to identify inconsistencies and recommend resolutions.
Perform reconciliations for Georgia and South Carolina lottery accounts in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
Reconcile designated trade vendor accounts and general ledger accounts related to inventory, transfers, and related transactions.
Ensure completion and accuracy of all inventory reconciliations prior to the month-end close process.
Administrative Exemption–Qualifying Responsibilities Exercise independent judgment and discretion in interpreting financial data, determining appropriate corrective actions, and advising store and district leadership on compliance requirements.
Prioritize workflow, determine escalation needs, and make decisions regarding variance resolution with minimal supervision.
Serve as an advisor to management, interpreting company policies, audit requirements, and operational standards to guide store accountants and operational leaders.
Participate in planning, testing, and validating new systems, forms, and PDI upgrades to improve accuracy, efficiencies, and financial controls.