Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant for Chopt Creative Salad Co. Reporting: Sr. Director of Accounting & Shared Services Location: HQ – Rye Brook, New York – 4 Days in Office/Remote on Friday Founders Table Restaurant Group, owner of Chopt Creative Salad Company, is looking to bring on a Sr. Accountant to their Rye-based accounting department.

The Staff Accountant plays an important role within the accounting and finance department. Reporting to the Senior Director of Accounting & Shared Services, this individual is primarily focused on sales tax and reconciliation functions while improving existing departmental processes and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Payroll – collaborate with HR to reconcile the Workers Compensation & Health Insurance Benefits monthly. Review & post the weekly payroll entries and accruals Bank Reconciliations – monthly reconciliation of assigned bank accounts Sales Tax submissions – prepare and file various tax returns monthly Amex Reconciliations - review and ensure expenses are accurately reported on a weekly basis Concur Expense Reporting – create profile for new colleagues, review and ensure Weekly expenses are accurately reported Inventory – Monthly review and analysis of COGS items, waste logs and stock counts Review and maintain the monthly accruals and prepaid spreadsheets of assigned GLs to ensure entries are appropriately recorded on a M/E basis Perform account reconciliation and maintain the general ledger for assigned accounts monthly Participate and assist in Ad-hoc projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting 3-4 years of experience in corporate accounting Ability to think proactively and work in a highly collaborative and fast paced environment Microsoft Excel skills required Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal controls, with experience and proficiency in researching technical accounting issues Knowledge of ASC 842 Lease Accounting Relevant hospitality, restaurant or retail experience preferred