Staff Accountant - Hospitality

Jobot; Columbus (OH); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Jobot is seeking a Staff Accountant for a hospitality-focused group in Columbus, OH. This permanent, on-site role supports day-to-day accounting across multiple locations in hospitality, restaurant, and retail settings.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. You will assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting, contributing to process improvements within a collaborative team.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience; relevant internship experience will also be considered.
• Basic understanding of U.S. GAAP, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and an accounting system or ERP.
• Hospitality, restaurant, retail, or multi-location accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively within a team environment.
• A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn, take ownership, and contribute to process improvements.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with monthly and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Reconcile sales, cash receipts, credit card transactions, and deposits across multiple restaurant, hospitality, or retail locations.
• Assist with inventory accounting, cost of goods sold, and expense analysis.
• Support sales tax reporting, compliance, and related account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and organized supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Work closely with the Controller and fellow accounting team members to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Assist with audit preparation, special projects, and other accounting duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

US GAAP

Excel

Journal Entries

Analytical Skills

Team Collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Herramientas

ERP system

Descripción del empleo

Staff Accountant - Hospitality

$75000 - $85000 per year | Columbus, OH | On-site | Permanent

Privately Held Hospitality / Restaurant / Retail Group

A bit about us:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join a privately held, growing hospitality, restaurant, and retail organization. This position will be part of a collaborative accounting team of four, reporting directly to the Controller and supporting day-to-day accounting operations across the business.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in accounting, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, multi-location environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build their skills, gain exposure to multiple aspects of corporate accounting, and grow alongside an established business.

Why join us?

• Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside an established accounting team and report directly to the Controller.
• Broad Accounting Exposure: Gain hands-on experience across general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and operational accounting.
• Privately Held Organization: Join a business where your contributions can have a direct impact on day-to-day operations and financial performance.
• Professional Development: Build your accounting skills and develop a foundation for future career growth.
• Opportunity to Make an Impact: Contribute to process improvements and help support the continued success of a growing hospitality, restaurant, and retail organization.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Reconcile sales, cash receipts, credit card transactions, and deposits across multiple restaurant, hospitality, or retail locations.
• Assist with inventory accounting, cost of goods sold, and expense analysis.
• Support sales tax reporting, compliance, and related account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and organized supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Work closely with the Controller and fellow accounting team members to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Assist with audit preparation, special projects, and other accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience; relevant internship experience will also be considered.
• Basic understanding of U.S. GAAP, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and an accounting system or ERP.
• Hospitality, restaurant, retail, or multi-location accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively within a team environment.
• A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn, take ownership, and contribute to process improvements.

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