ACCOUNTANT - ALAMEDA, CA

We are hiring immediately for Accountant position. Location : Note: online applications accepted only . Schedule : Monday-Friday Requirement :In-office Pay Range: $80,000 to $85,000 *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1583792. The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: http://olivia.paradox.ai/moSkg Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today! Are you looking for a job with competitive wages and benefits, one in which you can learn and grow while making a difference in the world? We’re hiring! Bon Appétit Management Company operates more than 1,000 cafés around the country for corporations, universities, and museums, as well as a few dozen public restaurants. We’ve led the industry in socially and environmentally responsible sourcing, from sustainable seafood to cage-free eggs. We cook everything from scratch using fresh, local ingredients. Learn more about careers with Bon Appétit: http://www.bamco.com/careers/ Job Summary The Staff Accountant will enjoy collaborating with Chefs, Managers, and any Bookkeepers and Controllers to resolve issues and variances in anticipation of weekly close. Accounting experience in Hospitality and/or Food Service is highly preferred. The work model is primarily onsite due to the initial training and relationship building aspects of the job, with future potential to discuss a hybrid, partial remote model. Key Responsibilities: • Enforces all cash handling procedures • Performs reconciliation and analysis for several balance sheet accounts • Analyzes financial results for both internal and external use • Tracks and maintains monthly P/L and balance sheet activity • Assists in developing forecasts and budgets, identifying risks and opportunities • Reviews general ledger and balance sheets • Resolves various accounting/reconciliation issues • Completes financial reports: monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including but not limited to monthly and fiscal close, internal and external audit reporting; manages report preparation and distribution • Maintains inventory and cost control procedures • Reviews accounts receivable and follows up for collections as needed • Prepares and submits subsidy invoices for payment along with corresponding backup • Responds to client questions • Understand and uphold contract obligations • Act as an accounting resource to the Management team and Bookkeepers • Assist with oversight of financials throughout the district • Performs administration of Payroll and Human Resources as needed • Performs related duties and special projects as assigned Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience • A minimum of three to five years' experience with revenue control, financial reporting and cash handling responsibilities • Accounting experience in foodservice or retail industry required, foodservice operations experience a plus • Ability to prepare monthly financial statements, key metric reports, budgets, forecasts • Adept at planning, organizing and controlling complex processes as well as analyzing moderately complex financial information • Experience with POS, cash and credit card reports • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Skilled at managing multiple priorities and relationships • Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office with a concentration in Excel • Strong analytical and organizational skills • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment • Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior Associates at Bon Appétit are offered many fantastic benefits. Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace. [[filter4]]