Accounting Manager

ROLE PURPOSE 

The Assistant Accounting Manager reports to the Controller and/or Sr. Accounting Manager and Chief Financial Officer.  The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance of accurate accounting and financial records; managing general Accounting and Restaurant Accounting; preparing period end closing and financial reports; providing analytical accounting support in the completion of Bank Reconciliations, Accounts Receivables, and Corporate / Payroll Accounting.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors in Accounting; CPA preferred 
• Minimum of 5-7 years of accounting experience with 3 years in supervisory position
• Knowledge of hospitality industry a plus
• Must have intermediate Microsoft office skills
• Experience with Great Plains or comparable enterprise accounting software

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Supervise the Restaurant and General Accounting areas.
• Supervise and review the preparation of balance sheet reconciliations; address reconciling items with staff and follow up through completion.
• Coordinates and prepares for financial audits.
• Assist the Controller in the annual budget preparation, annual capital expenditures, and other budget activities as required.
• Completion of non-unit cash and bank account reconciliations monthly.
• Ensure that Accounts Receivable billings are completed in a timely manner each month. Review customer schedules/reports with management monthly. Cooperate with appropriate managers to keep accurate financial records for A/R.
• Ensure that Payroll entries are completed in a timely manner each month. Complete monthly reconciliation of Payroll to G/L. 
• Perform month end close duties in a timely manner and consistent with the schedule of Close and Reporting. Assist as required with fiscal & calendar year end procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of the monthly budget to actual reports for all departments. Verify all expenditures against line items, and update Controller as needed or requested
• Ability to communicate effectively via in person, in writing, and by telephone, in a prompt, courteous and service-oriented manner. 
• Handle additional responsibilities and projects as assigned.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Monitor and collect data to assess accuracy and integrity; analyze data; ensure compliance with applicable standards, rules, regulations and systems of internal control; interpret and evaluate results, prepare documentation; create financial reports and/or presentations. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of computer operations and software, specifically relating to Microsoft products.
• Knowledge of general accounting policies and GAAP.
• Ability to quickly learn and operate general office equipment (copier, fax, calculator, computer).
• Strong customer service and business etiquette skills.
• Good communication and telephone skills.
• Good organizational/follow-up skills and ability to multi-task.
• Strong initiative with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines effectively and efficiently.

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Must be able to meet deadlines, be highly organized, and able to delegate. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. 
• Demonstrate a proficient level of professional skill and/or knowledge in accounting and keep current with developments and trends.
• Ability to work on multiple projects while maintaining high attention to detail is a must.