Staff Accountant

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The Staff Accountant will support the Corporate Accounting organization through preparation of accounting activities related to the monthly close process, account reconciliations, internal reporting, and operational accounting support within a rapidly growing public company environment. This role will partner closely with Accounting leadership and cross-functional teams to help ensure accurate financial reporting, strong operational execution, and continued process improvement. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, collaborative, and eager to grow within a fast-paced Accounting organization.

• Support the period close process through preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and other accounting deliverables across assigned accounting areas.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations and supporting documentation in accordance with internal deadlines, policies, and control requirements.
• Assist with analysis of financial results, including variance analysis and investigation of unusual activity or fluctuations.
• Partner with Accounting leadership and cross-functional business teams to support accurate accounting treatment and timely resolution of operational accounting matters.
• Support internal financial reporting activities and assist with preparation of schedules and analyses used by Accounting and Finance leadership.
• Support internal and external audit requests through preparation of reconciliations, support schedules, and accounting documentation.
• Assist with maintaining strong internal controls and support SOX compliance efforts across assigned accounting areas.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and operational efficiency within assigned responsibilities.
• Support special projects, process enhancement initiatives, and Finance Transformation activities as needed.
• Demonstrate strong ownership, accountability, responsiveness, and continuous improvement mindset while operating effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA/CPA track preferred
• 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience with public accounting and/or public company experience preferred
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial reporting concepts
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Strong Excel and systems skills with ability to learn new processes and technologies quickly
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships across teams and functions
• Demonstrated willingness to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility within the Accounting organization
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset

• Ability to maintain stationary position to be able to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Must be able to identify, analyze and assess details
• For certain positions, must be able to occasionally move or transport items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively
• Constantly positions self and move about to support ordinary restaurant or food…