Restaurant Staff Accountant

Self Opportunity, Inc.; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Self Opportunity, Inc. in Addison, TX is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the financial operations of a multi-unit restaurant group.

This role assists with month-end close, reconciliations, AP/AR, and financial reporting with a focus on accuracy and GAAP compliance. Key duties include journal entries, bank and GL reconciliations, sales variance reviews from POS, inventory and cost analysis, vendor invoice processing, and assisting with budgeting and audits.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting experience (restaurant or multi-unit preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong Excel skills and accounting software proficiency.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts.
• Review daily sales and POS reports; investigate variances.
• Support inventory, food, and labor cost analysis.
• Process vendor invoices and maintain accurate AP records.
• Assist with financial reporting, budgeting, and audits.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.

Skills

Accounting experience

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

The Staff Accountant supports the financial operations of a multi-unit restaurant organization. This role assists with month-end close, reconciliations, AP/AR functions, and financial reporting while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts
• Review daily sales and POS reports; investigate variances
• Support inventory, food, and labor cost analysis
• Process vendor invoices and maintain accurate AP records
• Assist with financial reporting, budgeting, and audits
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting experience (restaurant or multi-unit preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong Excel skills and accounting software proficiency
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills