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WHO WE ARE

We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of countless incredible people, past and present, we're headed to the moon with a simple mission - to make people feel good. While no one on the team is quite like the other, it's our common values that keep us united.

Be Authentic and HumbleAct with IntegrityBring Good EnergyAchieve as a TeamGet Extraordinary ResultsInspire with Hospitality

ABOUT THE ACCOUNTING MANAGER

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing staff and key functions to deliver  streamlined,  efficient, and that financial results are in compliance with GAAP.  This includes improving processes relating to timely and accurate financial reporting, journal entries, reconciliations, and filings.  This also includes collaborating with our restaurant operators and other departments to scale processes for growth.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

Full-time positionWorks at the Home Office (The Lab) in Phoenix, AZ. This is not a remote position. Ability to work a set schedule - Monday - Friday.Ability to work various hours that include holidays, early mornings, evenings, and weekend

TO BE SUCCESSFUL YOU MUST

Manage day-to-day process with staff accountantsProvide hands-on training and development plansCoach staff on technical accounting and leadership skills Collaborate with restaurant leaders and Area Directors to analyze fiscal period P&L resultsCollaborate with department leaders on initiatives that directly impact the accounting team’s processesManages fiscal period closes with the accounting team to ensure accurate, complete, and timely publishing of all financialsCritical key player in the Company’s rollout of new initiatives and systems as we scale for growth  Key contributor on strategic projects to support enhanced accounting functions to support unit growthManage and ensure accountability of the team in day-to-day accounting operations activities, which includes close tasks (daily, weekly, monthly) and new restaurant opening support tasksReport and analyze financial reporting for restaurants, G&A, and pre-opening spendPrepare and review journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations on a consistent periodic cadenceOversee bank reconciliation, revenue, and treasury activities to support cash flow forecastingManage lease accounting, fixed assets, insurance, debt, payroll accounting and other periodic accruals. Oversee and audit the company’s Expense Management platformResearch and communicate impact of changes in regulatory and GAAP accounting principlesEnsure all unearned revenue accounting practices are in complianceSupport, prepare, and review requests relating to the year-end audit and income tax filings.Oversee third party delivery data reconciliation and vendors. Drive accountability to update and/or create robust process documentation for the team’s tasks to ensure effective cross training Formalize and lead account balance reconciliation review cadence and clean up initiativesStreamline existing accounting processes and support technology rollouts to improve efficiency and ensure effective controlsCreate processes and reconcile accounts based on new initiatives Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency. 

WHY YOU'LL LOVE UPWARD PROJECTS

Excellent benefit and compensation packagePaid time off and earned paid sick timeFitness discount programs401K with company matchA people focused culture united by our shared valuesUnlimited growth opportunities, with several new restaurant openingsHaving a voice. We provide empowerment and influence to all our team membersOpportunity to build deep, meaningful, and lasting relationships with colleaguesRecognition and rewards for your hard work and tenureGenerous meal benefit program

Requirements

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in AccountingMinimum of 5 years accounting experience, including audit, journal entries, financial reporting, and reconciliations Minimum 2 years accounting supervisory experienceExperience with streamlining, documenting, and flowcharting accounting proceduresProficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Extensive knowledge of GAAP and ASCExtensive experience with payroll processing, recording, balancing, controls, and taxesCertified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferredRestaurant accounting experience preferredProficiency with  Salary Description $95,000 to $105,00 base salary