Accountant - Restaurant/Hospitality

Overview

This role involves providing accounting and advisory services primarily to restaurants, hotels, and food-based retail businesses. The accountant will help clients understand their financials and support their business success by managing their books and translating complex accounting information into clear, actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll processing, including timesheet verification, tip pool validation, payroll tax issues, and payroll execution.
• Handle accounts payable and cash management, including bill payments and cash flow projections.
• Manage accounts receivable, including accurate invoicing and working with third-party vendors for debt collection.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet entries such as depreciation schedules, prepaid and accrued expenses, and supporting workpapers.
• Identify opportunities to improve client efficiency through third-party applications and collaborate with onboarding specialists to implement these tools.
• Review and prepare financial reports for analysis and client meetings, ensuring timely closing of books.
• Conduct monthly reconciliation of balance sheets and review financials for accuracy in preparation for year-end tax filings.
• Maintain strong client relationships primarily through email and video communication, helping clients without financial backgrounds understand their business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Accounting, or equivalent experience with at least 3 years in bookkeeping or accounting.
• Minimum of 1 year experience working in the hospitality industry, preferably in upscale, service-oriented restaurants or hotels.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online; QuickBooks Online Certification required within the first month and Advanced Certification within six months.
• Experience with cloud-based software and G-Suite applications.
• Basic understanding of PFA-approved Point-of-Sale systems.
• Strong work ethic with self-motivation, attention to detail, analytical skills, and follow-through.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple detailed tasks accurately and work effectively in a team environment.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity.
• Successful completion of a background check.
• A sense of humor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the restaurant industry.
• Ability to explain financial statements and accounting concepts in clear, client-friendly language.
• Collaborative, optimistic, and empathetic communication style.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and ownership of tasks from start to finish.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Casual work environment.
• Remote work with regular video meetings.

Location

Remote position with cloud-based work environment; occasional video meetings required.