A R Accountant Jobs in Kearny, NJ (NOW HIRING)

We are actively seeking a Sr. Accountant - Restaurant Auditor to join our team!

THE BRAND

Jean-Georges Management is built on a powerful culinary foundation and has evolved into a reputable and award-winning restaurant group. From inception, Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten placed emphasis on the importance of providing the very best in culinary and tailored hospitality, which has resulted in the success of an acclaimed constellation of international restaurants. With over 60 restaurants located worldwide, we continuously strive towards excellence and rely on the support of our culinary and hospitality team members to contribute to our worldwide operations.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for overseeing daily financial transactions, ensuring accurate reporting, and performing reconciliation tasks to maintain the integrity of our financial records. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of restaurant accounting, attention to detail, and a proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily Banking Transactions:

• Oversee and process all daily banking transactions, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Reconcile daily deposits with the bank statement and restaurant sales.

Daily Sales Reporting Journal Entry:

• Record and reconcile daily sales data, ensuring proper classification and accuracy in the general ledger.
• Ensure all sales transactions, including cash, credit card, and other payment methods, are accurately reported.

Bank Reconciliations:

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations, investigating discrepancies, and resolving any issues with the bank.
• Ensure all bank activity aligns with internal records.
• House Account Reconciliations:
• Reconcile house accounts (i.e., internal charges, employee discounts, etc.), ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.

Accounts Receivable (A/R) Credit Card Reconciliations:

• Monitor and reconcile credit card transactions to ensure accurate posting of revenue.
• Investigate any discrepancies and resolve outstanding issues. Issue weekly hotel bill & monitor payments.

Track Event Deposits & Redemptions:

• Track and reconcile event deposits, ensuring they are properly accounted for in the financial statements.
• Monitor the redemption of event deposits and ensure compliance with event policies.

E-Commerce & Gift Certificates:

• Reconcile e-commerce sales and ensure that gift certificate transactions are recorded accurately.
• Track and manage the liability for gift certificates issued and redeemed.

Prepare Form 8027:

• Prepare and submit Form 8027 (Employer's Annual Information Return of Tip Income and Allocated Tips), ensuring compliance with IRS regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of accounting experience, with a focus on restaurant or hospitality accounting.
• Strong proficiency in accounting software NetSuite, Microsoft Excel and Toast POS system
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with bank and credit card reconciliations, as well as event deposit tracking.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of the restaurant industry's financial processes.
• Knowledge of NetSuite ERP a plus
• Experience with managing financial operations across multiple locations
• Provide technical support to junior staff, reviewing work for accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, excellent communication skills
• Experience in preparing and submitting Form 8027.
• Passionate, entrepreneurial, and dedicated to success
• Must be a self-starter and excellent time management skills
• Ability to work flexible hours; must be able to maintain a schedule availability flexible to the business demands

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs at times.
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the work area and property. Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.
• Climbing steps regularly
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this position is between $80,000-$85,000 per annum plus commission. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills, etc.

Jean-Georges is an Equal Opportunity Employer