Staff Accountant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Combination of education and professional experience must exceed 5 years
• 5 years of experience in a technical role engaged in delivering accounting programs
• 3+ years of hospitality, F&B and/or retail experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and their practical application
• Knowledge of state and federal tax regulations and statutes
• Solid Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis functions
• Analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify root causes of variances, and develop solutions
• High level of accuracy in work product with strong quality control mindset
• Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Business acumen and the mindset required to understand the long-term implications of accounting to advance the organization’s goals
• Demonstrated history of understanding the needs of the business, stakeholders, the employee population, and individual circumstances
• Demonstrated history of creating and maintaining positive work environments

Nice To Haves

• Rent accounting experience strongly preferred
• A bachelor’s degree in a program related to the functional area can count for 3 of the 5-year requirement
• Experience with PeopleSoft Financials and SAP a plus

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Operations Controllers to ensure the accuracy of the financial books, partnering with Business Development and Legal to ensure compliance with contractual rent terms and lease agreements
• Provides accounting assistance in the rent and subtenant departments within Corporate Accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Supports lease reporting activities through data analysis, technology solutions, and interpretation of lease terms
• Assists with creating and amending leases, verifying accuracy and integrity of sales mapping tables and rent calculation parameters
• Responds to landlords and sublandlords, Development, Development Finance, Operations, and other stakeholders regarding rent-related inquiries, audits, and reporting requirements
• Maintains strong working relationships with landlords and sublandlords to resolve rent-related matters, address disputes, and ensure timely resolution of issues

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Company paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Training and exciting career growth opportunities
• Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus