Sr. Accountant

Fayetteville, AR 72703

We’re not just another chicken joint—we’re one of the fastest-growing brands in the game, built on hand‑made food and bold ambition. At Slim Chickens, every tenderloin gets the royal treatment: brined, buttermilk‑soaked, hand‑breaded, and cooked fresh to order. That same care and craft goes into how we grow our people.

If you’ve got hustle, heart, and an entrepreneurial spark, this is the place to prove yourself and shape your career. Our team thrives on real connection—working fast, thinking big, and building something that makes an impact every day. Here, you’ll be trusted to make decisions, empowered to own your work, and part of a crew that’s taking this brand to the next level.

Slim Chickens is growing fast. The only question is—are you ready to grow with us?

Purpose of the Position

Full cycle accounting in support of financial reporting creation and analysis for restaurant portfolio.

Essential Position Responsibilities Financial Reporting

• Participate in monthly P&L reviews with Operations and Accounting Leadership teams.
• Assist with period‑end close, including preparation and entry of journal entries.
• Support the Accounting Manager in preparing monthly financial statements for corporate restaurants.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for restaurants.
• Execute monthly accruals, reconciliations, reversing entries, amortizations, etc.
• Help compile and review financial reports from franchisees.
• Lead weekly review of restaurant inventory and communicate findings to Operations.
• Apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to assigned tasks.

Accounts Payable

• Process, code, and enter vendor invoices into accounting software.
• Lead weekly payment runs and ensure timely payments to vendors.
• Research and resolve routine internal and external inquiries regarding invoice and payment status; communicate resolutions clearly and professionally.
• Maintain positive vendor relationships and handle communication as needed.
• Calculate, report, and remit monthly corporate restaurant sales tax.
• Maintain proper documentation and ensure compliance with document retention policies.

Accounts Receivable

• Lead weekly communication and collection efforts for franchise royalty payments, et al.
• Prepare customer invoices and manage the accounts receivable aging schedule.
• Follow up with customers to ensure timely payment and resolve any outstanding issues.
• Record accounts receivable and cash receipts transactions accurately in the accounting system.

Other Tasks

• Assist with transition to new accounting software.
• Onboard new restaurant openings.
• Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes, providing insights for financial planning.
• Own audit functions of cash and inventory counts.
• Manage and document gift card loads and inquiries.
• Manage preparation, tracking, and reporting of 1099 forms for contractors and vendors.
• Various projects as needed.

Slim Chickens Systems Principles and Objectives

Has a thorough understanding of Slim Chickens’ established operating systems (e.g., quality, security, office environment, company policies, safety) and recognizes the responsibility to stay updated on these systems and the role this position plays in supporting them.

Other Duties

This position description is designed to guide the activities of the Senior Accountant. It is not meant to restrict the individual’s creativity or limit their thinking, nor does it encompass all the tasks that may be required in this role.

Physical Activities

Primarily performed in an office environment. Involves entering and retrieving information on a computer and visually verifying details, often in small print. May also require presenting information to small or large groups.

Travel

Rarely.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k)
• Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time off
• Life Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance

Slim Chickens is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all open positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, citizenship status, national origin, marital status, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, and physical or mental disability.

Qualifications

Requirements and

Competencies:

• CPA or CPA Candidate. Degree in Accounting with 3-5 years accounting experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Great Plains or similar accounting software is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working cross‑functionally in a collaborative team environment.

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