Accountant

Lucky Wishbone Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Flexible hours

Free meals or food stipends

Occasional perks like gift cards

Job summary

Lucky Wishbone Alaska in Anchorage is seeking an Accountant to maintain the financial heartbeat of the restaurant. You will manage bookkeeping, prepare financial statements, and process accounts payable/receivable.

The ideal candidate will hold an Accounting degree, possess strong organizational skills, and be proficient in software like QuickBooks. This role offers flexible hours, competitive salary, and a supportive, family-owned environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in restaurant, retail, or small business accounting preferred.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting platforms (e.g., QuickBooks).

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping using accounting software.
• Process accounts payable and receivable accurately and on time.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and assist with budgeting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Proficiency with spreadsheets

Experience in restaurant accounting

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

As the Accountant at Lucky Wishbone, you keep the financial heartbeat of the restaurant steady and strong. You’ll manage the numbers behind the scenes so the kitchen can keep cooking, the lights stay on, and every milkshake sold gets counted. This is a critical support role that helps ensure Lucky Wishbone remains a well‑run, locally loved Anchorage icon.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping using accounting software (QuickBooks or similar).
• Process accounts payable and receivable accurately and on time.
• Reconcile daily sales, bank statements, and credit card deposits.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and assist with budgeting.
• Maintain payroll records and coordinate with payroll processors.
• File local, state, and federal taxes (or prep info for tax professionals).
• Work closely with management to track inventory costs and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with business licenses, audits, and vendor contracts.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in restaurant, retail, or small business accounting preferred.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting platforms (e.g., QuickBooks).
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and data accuracy.
• Discretion with confidential financial and payroll information.
• Ability to work independently while keeping communication open with owners/managers.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Flexible hours—work can often be done on your schedule.
• Free meals or food stipends when on-site.
• Supportive, family‑owned environment that values your role.
• Stable, long‑term position with an iconic local restaurant.
• Occasional perks (bonus gift cards, holiday chicken, team appreciation events).