Accounting Associate - Support Center

The Accounting Associate provides accounts payable and receivable support to the restaurants and QCC Departments.  Performs duties such as invoice review and payment; researchs payment discrepancies; prepares accounting reconciliations and accruals.

• Audits daily sales reports that are submitted from the restaurant group for accuracy.  Resolve discrepancies and post sales to the general ledger.
• Enters accounts payable invoices each day based upon receiving documents provided by the restaurants and posts to the general ledger. Review and record misc. invoices directly to restaurants and or internal departments.
• Investigate and resolve questions from vendors and/or restaurant operations about invoices.
• Prepares weekly check processing and mailing.
• Special projects as assigned by management.
• Prepares and maintains certain weekly/monthly accounting reconciliation schedules.
• Assists with month/year end closing processes
• Assists with the preparation of quarterly and year-end reconciliation schedules.
• Restaurant operations support and training on an as needed basis.

• 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

• Primarily in a corporate hybrid office setting

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Dining Discounts
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities

Smith & Wollensky participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an online system that allows companies to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. All new hires will be required to complete Form I-9 and successfully participate in the E-Verify process.