About the Position:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support our accounting operations in a fast-paced retail grocery environment. This position plays a key role in overseeing financial reporting, month-end close, account reconciliations, and compliance efforts. The ideal candidate will bring both technical expertise and business acumen, with a strong understanding of accounting principles, inventory, and retail financial operations.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
· Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports
· Perform and review account reconciliations (bank, inventory, intercompany, accruals, prepaid, etc.)
· Oversee inventory accounting, including cost of goods sold (COGS), shrink, waste, and physical inventory adjustments
· Analyze and report on store-level performance, highlighting key trends and variances
· Manage and review journal entries, ensuring proper classification and compliance with GAAP
· Support budgeting and forecasting activities in collaboration with FP&A and operations teams
· Review and ensure accuracy of sales tax filings and compliance with local/state regulations
· Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests
· Implement and improve internal controls and financial processes
· Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff as needed
· Assist with system implementations or upgrades (e.g., POS, ERP)
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
· CPA or progress toward CPA (preferred)
· Minimum of 4–6 years of accounting experience
· Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control principles
· Strong AP experience
· Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modeling)
· Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks Enterprise)
· Familiarity with retail POS systems and inventory platforms
· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
· Ability to communicate effectively across teams and departments
· Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus