Staff Accountant

Paycom; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus pay

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Premium Loaves is hiring a Staff Accountant in Normal, IL to manage general accounting functions and month-end close, ensuring accurate financial reporting for a 100+ store group. You will support vendors, coordinate with store teams, and assist with new store openings and acquisitions.

The role offers bonus opportunities, full benefits, PTO, and a clear path for growth within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; accounting degree preferred.
• Attention to detail with the bigger picture in mind.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication with stores and vendors.
• Ownership mindset and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• General Accounting & Month-End Close: journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, analysis.
• Store & Vendor Support: vendor inquiries, invoicing, pricing, billing issues.
• New Store Openings & Acquisitions: vendor setup for new locations.
• Point-of-Sale (POS) Pricing: pricing updates in POS system.
• Reporting & Analytics: dashboards, variance analysis, management reports.
• Cost Savings: analyze vendor spend, identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Process Improvement & Collaboration: streamline accounting processes with Operations.
• Perform other accounting and financial duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ownership

Curious learner

Vendor & store communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accounting degree preferred

Tools

POS system

Vendor management tools

Job description

Staff Accountant — Normal, IL$50,000-$60,000/year, plus bonus. Full benefits, paid time off, and a clear path to grow with a 100+ store group.At Premium Loaves, we move fast, execute flawlessly, and take care of our people — just like we do our sandwiches. We’re looking for a Staff Accountant to keep our books accurate, our vendors on track, and our stores supported as we continue to grow. This is for a leader who takes ownership, is eager to learn, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.What you’ll ownGeneral Accounting & Month-End ClosePerform general accounting functions, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and account analysis.Assist with period-end and month-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.Prepare and maintain supporting schedules, reconciliations, and documentation for financial statements.Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and vendor inquiries.Store & Vendor SupportProvide store-level vendor support and issue resolution, serving as a resource for stores regarding vendor accounts, invoices, pricing, billing issues, credits, and other vendor-related concerns.Communicate with vendors and internal departments to research and resolve issues in a timely manner and ensure accurate billing and service.New Store Openings & AcquisitionsSupport new store openings and acquisitions by coordinating accounting and vendor setup activities.Establish and maintain vendor accounts for new locations, including utilities/electric, food suppliers, uniforms/aprons, credit card processing, and other operational vendors.Communicate with vendors and internal departments to obtain required documentation, establish accounts, confirm pricing and terms, and ensure vendors are ready for new store openings.Support accounting setup and implementation activities related to new stores and acquisitions.Point-of-Sale (POS) PricingAssist with pricing updates and maintenance within the point-of-sale (POS) system.Coordinate and validate POS pricing changes to ensure pricing is accurate and properly reflected in sales and financial reporting.Reporting & AnalyticsSupport financial reporting, dashboards, and analytics by gathering, analyzing, and validating financial and operational data.Assist with variance analysis and provide reporting to management to support business decisions.Support reporting and analytics initiatives, including maintaining dashboards, preparing recurring reports, and assisting with ad hoc financial analysis.Assist with financial data integrity across accounting, POS, and other operational systems.Cost SavingsSupport cost savings initiatives by analyzing vendor spend, identifying cost-reduction opportunities, and researching opportunities for improved pricing, terms, rebates, and efficiencies.Partner with Operations to identify and implement vendor savings opportunities while maintaining service levels and product quality.Process Improvement & CollaborationIdentify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, systems, and automation.Collaborate with Operations and other departments to support accurate financial information and successful new store openings.Perform other accounting and financial duties as assigned.What you need18 or olderHigh school diploma or equivalent required; degree in Accounting, or a related field is preferredTakes ownership and accountability for their workIs curious, eager to learn, and willing to ask questionsPay attention to detail while understanding the bigger pictureIs comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentLooks for ways to improve processes, increase efficiency, and solve problemsHas a cost-conscious mindset and looks for opportunities to create value and reduce expensesCommunicates clearly and works well with stores, vendors, and internal teamsIs adaptable and comfortable supporting a growing organizationCan manage multiple priorities and follow through on commitmentsBrings a positive, team-oriented attitude and is willing to jump in wherever neededPay and benefits50,000-$60,000/yearBonus payMedical, dental, visionRetirement plan with employer matchPaid Time OffWhere this goesMany of our store and corporate leaders started in entry-level roles and advanced through performance. With 100+ stores across eight states and active growth, there's real room to move up — into multi-unit and corporate leadership.About us: This franchisee is an affiliate of several entities that independently own and operate Jimmy John's locations. Based in Illinois, we operate 100+ stores across Colorado, Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Wisconsin, and Washington, and we're still growing.Ready to lead? Apply today — we review applications daily.