Accounting Specialist

The Accounting Specialist will work with the Accounting Manager and Procurement Director in processing transactions, preparing the company’s monthly internal reporting package, developing internal controls and procurement optimization. In addition, the Accounting Specialist will work in tandem with finance/procurement, marketing, operations and strategy to create ad-hoc analyses which will drive business results and influence company strategy/decisions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage processing of day-to-day accounting transactions for sales and refunds.

Daily reconciliation of cash accounts for all locations, including cash transfers, Check, ACH & Debit transactions.

Prepare and enter all invoices and month end general ledger entries for AP, expense reports, accruals, etc.

Maintain the Accounts Payable email inbox.

Identify and implement process improvements in the accounting/finance space.

Provide ad hoc analysis to support finance, marketing, operations and corporate strategy (e.g. answer location operational questions, report on campaign results, review pricing strategies, understand guest experience, etc.).

Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.

Support procurement function for new stores openings and on-going business operations

Other analyses/projects, supporting the accounting function as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Accounting required.

A minimum of 1-3 years business experience and a minimum of 1 years in Accounts Payable and/or Procurement.

Strong understanding of GL, Cash Flow, contracts and accounting procedures.

High attention to detail.

Ability to prioritize and perform job duties under tight deadlines in a fast paced environment.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (i.e. MS Excel); Familiarity with Toast, Sage Intacct, dashboard tools/processes a plus.

Must possess excellent written/verbal communication and organizational skills.

Self-starter with the ability to coordinate multiple assignments and projects in a fast-paced environment with effective resolution of conflicting priorities.

Curious mindset and willingness to think outside of the box.

Previous hospitality, retail or service business experience is a plus.

At its inception, Rise was built around creativity. It flows through everything we do – from the grandest visions to the smallest details that sometimes go unseen. At Rise, we bring people together to inspire fun in spaces built to thoroughly entertain our guests. Most importantly, our team develops brands we enjoy and take great pride in everyday.