Restaurant Accounting & Bookkeeping Specialist

Zappy; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training

Career growth opportunities

Mission-driven culture

Job summary

Zappy is hiring an Accounting & Bookkeeping Specialist to support restaurant groups and independent owners. The role focuses on day-to-day bookkeeping and high-level financial insights with precision.

Ideal candidates have 2-3+ years in hospitality accounting, strong English, and proficiency with QuickBooks, Xero, and Excel/Google Sheets. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to optimize workflows and deliver timely reports.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably with restaurants, hospitality groups, or multi-location businesses.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, Xero, and Excel/Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable workflows, including vendor invoice processing, expense categorization, and payment scheduling.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledgers tailored to restaurant operations (e.g., food costs, labor costs, overheads).
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card transactions, and POS system data to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Act as the primary liaison for restaurant clients and their vendors regarding financial queries, billing disputes, and account clarifications.
• Build trust through clear, professional communication with both owners and operations managers.
• Prepare and deliver timely financial reports, including P&L statements, cash flow forecasts, and customized performance snapshots.
• Collaborate with internal and client-side teams to refine bookkeeping processes and improve financial workflows.

Skills

Professional English fluency

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Strong communication skills

Deadline orientation

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Excel/Google Sheets

Job description

Zappy is hiring an Accounting & Bookkeeping Specialist to support restaurant groups and independent owners. The role focuses on day-to-day bookkeeping and high-level financial insights with precision.

Ideal candidates have 2-3+ years in hospitality accounting, strong English, and proficiency with QuickBooks, Xero, and Excel/Google Sheets. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to optimize workflows and deliver timely reports.