Senior Staff Accountant - Close, Recs & Process Improvement

Zaxby's; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Zaxby’s is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to support the accounting team and act as a go-to resource for the Controller in day-to-day operations and process improvement. This onsite role in Florence, SC offers opportunities to contribute to a fast-growing QSR franchise and strengthen financial operations.

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to take ownership while supporting others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business or proven work experience in accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accrual-based accounting and GAAP.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Review and balance daily sales from the point-of-sale system.
• Perform timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies to support reliable financial reporting.
• Support period-end close, including accruals, account analyses, and the preparation of accurate financial statements.
• Identify anomalies, missing transactions, or irregularities and proactively resolve them.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Manage compliance matters, including business licenses, permits, and sales and use tax returns.
• Review monthly sales tax worksheets and file and pay sales taxes to the appropriate authorities.
• Support interim and year-end audit work as needed.
• Manage annual 1099 filings and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that increase efficiency, clarity, and financial accuracy, including the development and documentation of accounting processes.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Prioritization

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Zaxby’s is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to support the accounting team and act as a go-to resource for the Controller in day-to-day operations and process improvement. This onsite role in Florence, SC offers opportunities to contribute to a fast-growing QSR franchise and strengthen financial operations.

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to take ownership while supporting others.