Staff Accountant

Potbelly; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Potbelly Sandwich Shop is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their accounting department. The role involves managing utility accounts for over 300 locations, ensuring accurate payments, and supporting the occupancy function. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and strong analytical skills, contributing to a vibrant company culture focused on good vibes and career growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Savings 401(k) with company match

Flexible Work Schedule

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare various journal entries and complete detailed account reconciliations.
• Investigate variances to forecasts and communicate findings.
• Process payments to landlords for rent and other occupancy charges.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

CoStar

Job description

PAY TRANSPARENCY

• $55,000 - $65,000 base salary range + annual bonus potential!


• 100% remote in the United States

Do you hunger for more? Potbelly Sandwich Shop is looking for friendly and outgoing people who enjoy working in a fast-paced, friendly environment. We are where good vibes and great careers are a way of life! What started as a small antique store in 1977 has become a nationally recognized neighborhood sandwich shop with over 400 locations across the United States. But toasty sandwiches are only as good as the people behind them. And yeah, we've got the best. Ready to join our growing Potbelly Nation?

What's In It For You**:

• Competitive pay with performance-based annual raises!


• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance


• Domestic Partnership Benefits


• Paid Parental Leave


• FSA and HSA with Employer Contribution


• Commuter Benefit Program


• Retirement Savings 401(k) WITH company match


• Employee Assistance Program


• Paid Time Off


• Discount Program


• Flexible Work Schedule


• Career growth opportunities

**If hired, you must meet and maintain all eligibility requirements to qualify**

Department/Function: Accounting

Location: Support Center

Reports to: Senior Director, Assistant Controller

Job Level: 1

Full-Time

Exempt

Job Band: Specialist/Administrator

Travel Requirements: Rarely

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

As a key member of the accounting department the Staff Accountant will be responsible for completing all accounting functions pertaining to utilities for 300+ corporate owned shops and assisting with other needs for our leased locations. This includes, but is not limited to, completing period-end close responsibilities, analyzing utility trends, processing utility and rent payments, corresponding with landlords and serving as the Potbelly liaison over relations between our corporate operated shops, utility providers, and third-party utility processor. This role will provide support for other aspects of the Occupancy function, as needed.

FOCUS

Responsibilities

• Prepare various journal entries and complete detailed account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of period-end closes
• Investigate variances to forecasts and/or budget and communicate these findings during period-end Financial Statement review meetings
• Assist Potbelly operations with onboarding of utility providers when there is a new shop opening
• Execute terminations for all utility providers when there is a shop closure
• Review and assess landlord statements, especially in cases where utilities are billed through the landlord
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of utility payments either through a third-party processor or directly to landlords
• Process payments to landlords for rent, common area maintenance, real estate taxes, variable rent and other occupancy charges
• Liaise with landlords and Potbelly Real Estate Manager to ensure Potbelly is in good standing
• Support the completion of occupancy related tasks such as percentage rent, analysis of assessments from landlords related to Common Area Maintenance (CAM) and Real Estate, and process monthly rent payments to landlords when required

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

• Must be able to engage in problem-solving skills to help identify and solve potential issues.
• Must be able to communicate heavily through telephone, e-mail and in-person communications.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND BEHAVIORS

• Must embrace the company culture and exhibit 'Good Vibes'.
• Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
• Analytical problem-solving ability required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) a plus.
• Prior utility or occupancy experience a plus.
• Experience with CoStar or other similar real estate portfolio management software a plus.

Application Deadline: We accept applications for this position until 08/31/2025. We encourage all individuals to submit their applications.

Potbelly actively creates and promotes an environment that is inclusive of all people and their unique abilities, strengths, and differences. We respect and embrace diversity in each other, our customers, suppliers, and all others with whom we interact as an essential component in the way we do business. Diversity only strengthens our Potbelly vibe, who we are, and how we work.

We're an equal opportunity employer. Each applicant will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status.

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Position Information

Company: Potbelly Corporate

Position: Staff Accountant

Status: Full Time

Shift: First (Day)

Req #: 10603757

Date Posted: May 20, 2025

Location: Chicago , Chicago,
US,
IL,
60606

Job Category: Corporate