Staff Accountant - GAAP, Close & Reconciliations

First Watch Restaurants; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dining concept located in Bradenton, Florida, is seeking a Staff Accountant to handle various accounting tasks. Responsibilities include creating journal entries, performing reconciliations, and supporting SEC reporting. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Accounting, CPA preferred, and solid communication skills along with advanced Excel capabilities. Join a company recognized for excellence in daytime dining, committed to quality and community service. This role offers dynamic responsibilities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• CPA preferred.
• Public Accounting experience a plus.
• Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a Public Company/SEC reporting environment a plus.
• Experience in retail, restaurant, or similar industry that includes multiple locations helpful.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects by prioritizing work and ensuring accounting objectives are accomplished.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Perform reconciliations of assigned accounts.
• Adhere to SEC and other reporting deadlines.
• Communicate with management and auditors.

Skills

U.S. GAAP Accounting knowledge

Ability to learn quickly

Solid communication skills

Teamwork

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Education

Degree with concentration in Accounting

Tools

Blackline

Job description

A leading dining concept located in Bradenton, Florida, is seeking a Staff Accountant to handle various accounting tasks. Responsibilities include creating journal entries, performing reconciliations, and supporting SEC reporting. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Accounting, CPA preferred, and solid communication skills along with advanced Excel capabilities. Join a company recognized for excellence in daytime dining, committed to quality and community service. This role offers dynamic responsibilities in a collaborative environment.