Mainstreet Ventures Restaurant Group in Ann Arbor, Michigan - a growing, dynamic organization - is looking for an on-site senior staff accountant with restaurant industry experience.

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Staff Accountant

Working closely with the controller and CFO, this will be a key member of our Finance team with a tremendous opportunity to grow. We are seeking an extraordinary accounting professional for a high-energy, fast-paced environment with a sharp eye for detail, commitment to timeliness and accuracy, deep experience with A/R, A/P, G/L and overall strong GAAP accounting knowledge (particularly in the restaurant industry), high-level organizational & communication skills, proficiency with automated accounting tools (including Microsoft Office) and most importantly deep curiosity and a passion to excel and continually improve.

Key responsibilities include:

Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all deliverables for the role
Manage and process accounts payable - ensure approvals, recording correct journal entries and working with the accounting systems
Assist with accounts receivable as necessary
Organize physical and electronic files leveraging automated tools - ensuring accurate recordkeeping and access to information
Maintain and ensure accuracy of period end workbooks for all units
Post period-end adjusting journal entries
Proactively monitor, investigate, and resolve discrepancies and reconciling items
Contribute to the identification and implementation of process enhancements and best practices
Prepare various financial reports
Undertake additional accounting responsibilities as necessitated to bolster the accounting team
Assist month-end and year-end closures
Assist with inter-company accounting as necessary
Help prepare documents for audits
Improve existing processes by leveraging expertise
Back up controller for various functions
Interacting with internal and external stakeholders as necessary

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

A collaborative team player adaptable to learning within a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Experience working as an accountant in the restaurant industry - preferably with multiple units
Deep knowledge of accounts payable processes and connections between balance sheet and P&L
Strong communication skills
Ability to efficiently organize and prioritize diverse tasks and responsibilities
Ability to work with external vendors resolving issues as necessary
Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Use of automated accounting tools
Deep desire to learn and develop new skills
Commitment to excellence and teamwork
5+ years of accounting experience (minimum of 3 years in the restaurant industry)

We are an equal opportunity employer.

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