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Position Overview:

The Accountant will be responsible for managing the financial health of the fast-food restaurant. This role includes overseeing accounting practices, financial reporting, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

Duties and Responsibilties:

Financial Management:

Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.
Manage accounts payable and receivable.
Conduct regular reconciliations of accounts and bank statements.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

Develop and manage budgets.
Prepare financial forecasts and variance analysis.
Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts.

Reporting:

Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Provide financial reports to management for decision-making.
Prepare and present financial summaries to stakeholders.

Compliance and Auditing:

Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards.
Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit processes.
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets.

Cost Management:

Monitor and control costs, identifying areas for cost savings.
Analyze financial data to support cost management initiatives.

Taxation:

Prepare and file tax returns in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Stay updated on tax laws and ensure the restaurant benefits from any tax advantages.

Payroll Management:

Oversee payroll processing and ensure timely and accurate payments.
Manage employee benefits and deductions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Financial Accuracy: Achieve an error rate of less than 1% in financial statements.
Budget Management: Ensure budget variance does not exceed 5%.
Cost Control: Implement cost-saving measures to reduce expenses by at least 10%.
Compliance: Maintain 100% compliance with all financial regulations.
Cash Flow Management: Keep DSO under 30 days and DPO under 45 days.
Audit Performance: Ensure no major findings in external audits and address 100% of audit recommendations.
Payroll Accuracy: Maintain a payroll error rate of less than 0.5%.

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) preferred.
Proven experience in accounting/finance roles, preferably in the food service industry.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Application Question(s):

How many years of accounting experience do you have?
Which accounting software are you proficient in?
What are your salary expectations for this role?