Accounting Generalist

Strictly Restaurants; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

401k

Office environment

Job summary

Strictly Restaurants, a boutique Accounting firm in Hamilton, New Jersey, seeks a full-time staff accountant to support the accounting department. The role emphasizes General Ledger accounting, bank reconciliations, and accurate financial reporting, with training and growth as the business expands.

Qualifications include a degree in Accounting/Finance or related field, proficiency in Excel, and experience with accounting software. Prior hospitality or restaurant experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare and review journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger records.
• Experience with financial statements and basic finance concepts.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify variances, and recommend improvements.
• Clear and professional communication with managers, vendors and team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger records.
• Perform bank reconciliations to post to the general ledger.
• Review financial statements and assist with month-end close.
• Collaborate with managers and staff to ensure accurate bookkeeping in hospitality operations.

Skills

Journal entries

General ledger analysis

Communication

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Excel

Compeat

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Company Description Strictly Restaurants is a boutique Accounting firm located in Hamilton New Jersey who is seeking full time individual to work in the Accounting Department and be part of the team. This individual needs to understand Excel, Compeat, QuickBooks Online and have experience with various Point of Sales Systems.

This position is in office full time, we offer benefits and have 401 which we contribute towards at year end. Great office environment one that people have been part of for almost 14 years. This position is open due to relocation of a staff member that has moved on. We offer a great starting salary and one that advance comes sooner than later as the business expands.

The only requirement we ask if the office is about 30 mins or so away from ones home so a commute is not a drag on coming to the office. There is and will be training but it is important that you understand General Ledger Accounting and the difference between debt/credit. Bank Rec's posting to the General Ledger Daily are the primary functions for this position.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare and review journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger records.
• Experience working with financial statements and a solid understanding of basic finance concepts.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify variances, and recommend improvements.
• Clear and professional communication skills for collaborating with managers, vendors, and team members.
• Proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheets (e.g., Excel or similar tools).
• High level of attention to detail, organization, and reliability in handling confidential information.
• Prior experience in accounting or bookkeeping; hospitality or restaurant experience is beneficial.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred, or equivalent practical experience.