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Restaurant Accountant

Restaurant Accountant

Hopdoddy Burger Bar, Inc.Austin, Texas, United States
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Description

  • Weekly and monthly preparation and analysis of assigned restaurant P&L statements in compliance with the accounting schedule.
  • Monthly bank and balance sheet account reconciliations.
  • Maintenance of prepaid, amortization, fixed asset, and depreciation schedules.
  • Complete expense accruals and cost allocations.
  • Provide accounting procedural and software support to restaurant operations across multiple locations.
  • Monthly Sales Tax Return preparation and filing.
  • Maintain local, county, and state licenses and permits for assigned restaurants.
  • Support annual external financial audits.
  • Protect company proprietary and confidential information.
  • Handles administrative duties, including accurate and timely data entry.
  • Works to ensure that all entries on the General Ledger are accurate and done on time.
  • Audit, review, and verify the accuracy of journal entries and accounting treatment in accordance with company policy and GAAP standards for assigned restaurants.
  • Assist with period-end close responsibilities in an effective manner to ensure all deadlines are met.
  • Provides feedback to Controller and VP, Finance on any discrepancies with the General Ledger and Accounts Payable.
  • Perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required from time to time.

Requirements

Personal Effectiveness

  • Models personal excellence and consistency in day-to-day behaviors and accomplishments.
  • Identifies and analyzes problems and develops workable solutions.
  • The courage and decisiveness to prioritize with a track record of success.
  • Technologically savvy to drive innovation and efficiencies.
  • Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Shows initiative and sense of urgency in accomplishing tasks and projects.
  • Performs multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.
  • Works efficiently to meet commitments in a timely manner.
  • Remains composed when something unexpected occurs.
  • Follows direction in all delegated tasks and projects.

    • Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
  • 2+ years of accounting experience required.
  • Experience and industry knowledge within the restaurant or retail is a plus. Multi-unit company experience preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to work independently.
  • Results-oriented and self-starter who enjoys a challenge.
  • Team Player with a positive attitude.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of Federal, State, and local legislative process; laws, codes, and regulations related to accounting.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to simplify and explain technical concepts to non-technical end-users.
  • Professional attitude and work ethic with strong time management skills.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule independently with minimal supervision.

    • Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

  • Strong experience in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and systems.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Extremely organized and detail-oriented.
  • Solid project management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Sense of urgency in solving problems and comfortable with a fast-paced, demanding environment.
  • Excellent guest service skills.
  • Ability to partner and interact professionally across the organization and with outside contacts.
  • Self-motivated to set priorities and work with limited direction.
  • Sound data analysis and decision-making capabilities.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision while performing at optimum level.
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