GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Accounting Associate provides accounts payable and receivable support to the restaurants and QCC Departments. Performs duties such as invoice review and payment; research payment discrepancies; prepares accounting reconciliations and accruals. Provides support with the maintenance of accounts payable reports, spreadsheets, and files.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Audits daily sales reports that are submitted from the restaurant group for accuracy. Resolve discrepancies and post sales to the general ledger.
• Edits daily accounts payable batches that are submitted from the restaurant group for accuracy and post to the general ledger. Review and record invoices directly to restaurants and or internal departments.
• Investigate and resolve questions from vendors and/or restaurant operations about invoices.
• Prepares checks and support for scanning by third party vendor.
• Special projects as assigned by management.
• Prepares and maintains certain weekly/monthly accounting reconciliation schedules.
• Assists with the preparation of quarterly and year-end reconciliation schedules.
• Restaurant operations support and training on an as needed basis.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with shifting priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with restaurant operations.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize.
• Must have excellent attention to detail.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & TRAINING:

• Associates or bachelors degree in accounting.
• 1-2 years experience in a corporate accounting environment.
• Experience working with general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable is desired.
• Restaurant/Hospitality experience a plus

• Knowledge of business machine operations, use of personal computers and related software; at a level generally acquired through 1+ years related experience.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work will be performed primarily in the Quality Control Center.

Although all aspects of this position may not be described, I certify that this is an accurate statement of the major responsibilities and the necessary minimum qualifications. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.