Position: Staff Accountant
Reports To: Will St.
Pierre, VP of Finance
Key Relationships: Apres Cru Partners, Salaried Managers, Vendors
About the Position
The Staff Accountant (“SA”) is responsible for nurturing the financial culture of Apres Cru and its portfolio brands.
SA will play a critical role in the financial reporting process and oversee all aspects of the P&L.
Coaching and teaching financial acumen is critical to developing industry leading practices within the operations, and we expect SA to be a champion of the financials.
The position requires close working relationships with Apres Cru VP of Finance, Apres Cru Partners as well as restaurant level operators, participating in regularly scheduled operation financial meetings.
About Us
Apres Cru is a reimagined hospitality company based in NYC founded by seasoned industry veterans that seek out exciting independent operators looking to expand beyond their four walls.
We value culture driven by hospitality, brand equity built on integrity, and a willingness to look at operations and growth differently.
We partner with each brand, providing both capital and strategic support as they embark on future growth in restaurants, licensing opportunities, partnerships, CPG—and whatever else this position could help make a reality.
Our growing portfolio includes P.
D.
T.
, Crif Dogs, Pig & Khao, Peasant and Restaurant Marc Forgione with more in the pipeline.
Key responsibilities:
- All accounting and bookkeeping functions for Apres Cru and its portfolio companies
- Leveraging technology to maximize efficiency and
- Consistently executing accurate and timely accounting reports
- Leading the accounts payable process and developing relationships with vendors
- Recording daily sales and producing accurate weekly financials reports
This individual will mostly work remote but is expected to visit restaurants every week or two as needed.
They will also be actively involved in daily accounting for all portfolio companies as well as Apres Cru.
The SA will work closely with restaurant operations to ensure accurate and timely reports.
Additional Skills and Responsibilities:
Execute consistent daily, weekly, monthly reporting
Process accounts payable and reconcile statements to ensure all invoices are accounted for
Reconcile tips sheets on weekly basis to ensure tips are paid out correctly
Record weekly payroll activity
Assist with and audit inventory counts, enter weekly inventory into accounting system
Preparation of weekly and monthly financial statements
Create and nurture a business minded culture of operating restaurants
Working closely with operators to resolve ad hoc issues, such as COD or credit holds
Monthly Sales tax filing
Keys to Success
Passionate about great food, beverage, and restaurants
Analytic mindset and strategic vision
Highly effective communicator through email, phone, video, and in person
Detail-oriented and organized; able to prioritize, multi-task, and deliver on strict deadlines
Build trust with operations through support, education, and accountability
Ability to leverage technology and systems to develop corporate strategy and data driven decisions
A sticker for details who’s super organized
Excellent relationship building skills and a willingness to hold colleagues and contractors accountable
Self-starter who works well independently but enjoys collaboration
Adaptable and calm under pressure
Based in or willing to relocate to the NYC area
Experience/Education
Bachelor's degree required, Accounting or Finance degree preferred
2+ years of experience working in an accounting role
Passion for excellence and attention to detail
Experience in hospitality is a plus
CPA and/or MBA is preferred
Proficient in a variety of technology systems, especially Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Quickbook Online, Sage Intacct, Craftable and Marginedge
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