Hospitality Accountant - Multi-Location, Growth-Ready

Jobot; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Staff Accountant for a hospitality-focused group in Columbus, OH. This permanent, on-site role supports day-to-day accounting across multiple locations in hospitality, restaurant, and retail settings.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. You will assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting, contributing to process improvements within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience; relevant internship experience will also be considered.
• Basic understanding of U.S. GAAP, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and an accounting system or ERP.
• Hospitality, restaurant, retail, or multi-location accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively within a team environment.
• A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn, take ownership, and contribute to process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Reconcile sales, cash receipts, credit card transactions, and deposits across multiple restaurant, hospitality, or retail locations.
• Assist with inventory accounting, cost of goods sold, and expense analysis.
• Support sales tax reporting, compliance, and related account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and organized supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Work closely with the Controller and fellow accounting team members to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Assist with audit preparation, special projects, and other accounting duties as assigned.

Skills

US GAAP

Excel

Journal Entries

Analytical Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Staff Accountant for a hospitality-focused group in Columbus, OH. This permanent, on-site role supports day-to-day accounting across multiple locations in hospitality, restaurant, and retail settings.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. You will assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting, contributing to process improvements within a collaborative team.