Staff Accountant: KPI-Driven Finance & Budgets

Five Guys Enterprises; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-casual restaurant company is seeking a Staff Accountant to prepare and review essential financial information. The ideal candidate will handle journal entries, financial reconciliations, and support audit preparations. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and strong communication skills. The role demands accuracy and attention to detail, with a preference for candidates with 2+ years of experience in relevant environments. This position is key in collaborating with financial teams, supporting budgeting, and ensuring accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred, ideally in a food service or retail environment.
• Ability to read and interpret business memos and financial reports.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recurring and general month-end journal entries.
• Reconcile and analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Prepare and file state and local sales and use taxes.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong business math and accounting skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Job description

A leading fast-casual restaurant company is seeking a Staff Accountant to prepare and review essential financial information. The ideal candidate will handle journal entries, financial reconciliations, and support audit preparations. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and strong communication skills. The role demands accuracy and attention to detail, with a preference for candidates with 2+ years of experience in relevant environments. This position is key in collaborating with financial teams, supporting budgeting, and ensuring accurate reporting.