Senior Staff Accountant

About the Client.:
Our client is a dynamic and growing franchisee of a huge restaurant chain in the US, with a focus on excellence in the restaurant industry. They pride themselves on fostering a culture of growth, accountability, and commitment to quality service. As they continue to expand, we are looking for a highly experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join our client's accounting team and contribute to their continued success.

Position Summary:

As a Senior Staff Accountant at Sailormen, Inc., you will play a critical role in managing key accounting functions, ensuring financial accuracy, and supporting the Controller in maintaining a robust accounting process. You will handle daily bank reporting and reconciliation, period close processes, fixed asset management, and sales tax reconciliation while ensuring all journal entries, accounts payable (A/P), and accounts receivable (A/R) functions are completed efficiently. The role also involves managing rental payments, royalty recordings, and supporting audits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily Bank Reporting & Reconciliation: Perform daily bank account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Period Close Management: Oversee monthly close processes, including accruals, expenses, bank entries, and closed store reporting.
• Fixed Asset Management: Track and manage fixed assets and ensure proper accounting treatment.
• Sales & Sales Tax Reconciliation: Conduct periodic reconciliations of sales data and sales tax records.
• Journal Entries: Prepare mid-month journal entries, including payroll, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Rental Payments: Record and initiate rental payments and manage any lease accounting matters.
• Royalty & Advertising Reconciliation: Reconcile and record royalty payments and advertising contributions for RBI & Yum.
• Reconciliation of Various Accounts: Reconcile A/P, delivery services, house charges, and EZ catering transactions.
• ACH & Domestic Wires: Initiate or approve ACH and domestic wire transfers as necessary.
• New Store Setup: Set up new stores within the accounting system and ensure proper financial integration.
• Audit Support: Assist the Controller with audit requests and maintain accurate and organized financial records for non-affiliate companies.

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• CPA certification (or progress toward CPA) is a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in accounting roles, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory position.
• Experience with period close processes, sales tax reconciliation, A/P reconciliation, and managing bank transactions.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Oracle, SAP) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience in managing ACH payments, domestic wires, and fixed asset tracking.
• Familiarity with reconciliation processes for sales platforms (RBI, Yum) and delivery services.
• Experience in generating reports, conducting audits, and maintaining financial compliance.

Soft Skills:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of audit processes, compliance, and experience with non-affiliate companies is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working with tight deadlines, especially during close periods.

• Client Relationship: You will be directly working with the client. This means that you will communicate with the client, provide services, and address any client-related matters independently.

• Payment: All payments for your services will be handled directly by the client. Elevate and Delegate is not involved in processing your payroll. Your salary will directly go to you.
• Vacation Leaves and Holidays: While we may have recommendations or guidelines regarding vacation leaves and holidays, the decision is entirely at the discretion of the client. You are expected to align your schedule with the client's business needs and any specific policies or preferences they may have in this regard.

Salary: $1300 - $1500
Schedule: CST