Staff Accountant

ROLE OVERVIEW The Staff Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations across multiple restaurant locations for a client that operates and supports multiple fast-casual restaurant brands in the hospitality and franchising space. These brands operate across multiple locations and rely on accurate, timely financial reporting to monitor store-level performance, cost control, and profitability. Given the multi-unit nature of the business, strong back-office accounting support is critical to tracking daily transactions, reconciling accounts, and supporting financial visibility. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting who is comfortable handling high-volume transactional work, maintaining data accuracy, and supporting financial reporting for a multi-unit operation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Bookkeeping & Transaction Processing ■ Record daily financial transactions, including sales, expenses, and vendor invoices. ■ Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger entries. ■ Process accounts payable (AP) and support accounts receivable (AR) tracking. Data Entry & Financial Maintenance ■ Perform high-volume data entry related to store-level transactions and financial records. ■ Validate and reconcile data from POS systems, bank statements, and internal reports. ■ Ensure consistency and integrity of financial data across multiple locations. Account Reconciliation ■ Reconcile bank accounts, credit card transactions, and vendor statements. ■ Support month-end close activities by ensuring all entries are properly recorded. ■ Identify discrepancies and assist in resolving variances. General Accounting Support ■ Assist with the preparation of financial reports and summaries. ■ Provide support for budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes. ■ Collaborate with U.S.-based finance teams on ad-hoc requests. Requirements Required: ■ 2–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably supporting U.S. clients. ■ Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online. Skills & Competencies ■ Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, including AP/AR, general ledger, and reconciliations. ■ High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry. ■ Proficient in Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and data validation. ■ Strong written and verbal English communication skills. Work Setup ■ Onsite, Philippines-based. ■ Willing to work U.S. business hours or with overlap. Preferred: ■ Experience supporting restaurant, retail, or multi-location businesses. ■ Exposure to POS systems or sales data reconciliation. ■ Familiarity with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or Yardi. ■ Experience working in a remote or offshore environment.