Financial Accountant

Description

Corky’s BBQ is a Memphis-based company established in 1984, operating restaurants, a distribution business, and a manufacturing operation supporting major retail customers. We offer a stable environment and hands‑on learning opportunities for early‑career accountants.

We are seeking a Full‑Time Staff Accountant / Financial Accountant to join our accounting team in Memphis. This role reports to the Controller and works closely with the Accounting Manager to support daily accounting operations, reconciliations, and month‑end close activities across multiple entities.

This position is ideal for a recent graduate or early‑career accountant looking to gain hands‑on experience in a structured, team‑oriented environment.

• Assist with month‑end close and financial statement preparation
• Perform balance sheet and income statement reconciliations
• Complete weekly bank reconciliations
• Maintain prepaid expense schedules
• Assist with sales tax filings and commission calculations
• Help research and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Support ad hoc accounting and reporting tasks

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• One of the following
• 1–3 years of accounting experience in a structured environment, or
• Strong academic performance in accounting coursework (3.0+ GPA preferred for recent graduates)
• Solid understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and follow established processes
• Strong Excel skills
• High attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Accounting software experience a plus (Dynamics GP preferred)
• Restaurant or hospitality experience a plus

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k