Position: Staff Accountant 

Reports To: Will St. Pierre, VP of Finance 

Key Relationships: Apres Cru Partners, Salaried Managers, Vendors 

About the Position 

The Staff Accountant (“SA”) is responsible for nurturing the financial culture of Apres Cru and its portfolio brands. SA will play a critical role in the financial reporting process and oversee all aspects of the P&L. Coaching and teaching financial acumen is critical to developing industry leading practices within the operations, and we expect SA to be a champion of the financials. The position requires close working relationships with Apres Cru VP of Finance, Apres Cru Partners as well as restaurant level operators, participating in regularly scheduled operation financial meetings. 

About Us 

Apres Cru is a reimagined hospitality company based in NYC founded by seasoned industry veterans that seek out exciting independent operators looking to expand beyond their four walls. We value culture driven by hospitality, brand equity built on integrity, and a willingness to look at operations and growth differently. We partner with each brand, providing both capital and strategic support as they embark on future growth in restaurants, licensing opportunities, partnerships, CPG—and whatever else this position could help make a reality. Our growing portfolio includes P.D.T., Crif Dogs, Pig & Khao, Peasant and Restaurant Marc Forgione with more in the pipeline.

Key responsibilities: 

- All accounting and bookkeeping functions for Apres Cru and its portfolio companies 

- Leveraging technology to maximize efficiency and

- Consistently executing accurate and timely accounting reports

- Leading the accounts payable process and developing relationships with vendors

- Recording daily sales and producing accurate weekly financials reports

This individual will mostly work remote but is expected to visit restaurants every week or two as needed. They will also be actively involved in daily accounting for all portfolio companies as well as Apres Cru. The SA will work closely with restaurant operations to ensure accurate and timely reports.

Additional Skills and Responsibilities: 

• Execute consistent daily, weekly, monthly reporting 
• Process accounts payable and reconcile statements to ensure all invoices are accounted for
• Reconcile tips sheets on weekly basis to ensure tips are paid out correctly
• Record weekly payroll activity

• Assist with and audit inventory counts, enter weekly inventory into accounting system
• Preparation of weekly and monthly financial statements
• Create and nurture a business minded culture of operating restaurants
• Working closely with operators to resolve ad hoc issues, such as COD or credit holds
• Monthly Sales tax filing

Keys to Success 

• Passionate about great food, beverage, and restaurants 
• Analytic mindset and strategic vision 
• Highly effective communicator through email, phone, video, and in person
• Detail-oriented and organized; able to prioritize, multi-task, and deliver on strict deadlines 
• Build trust with operations through support, education, and accountability
• Ability to leverage technology and systems to develop corporate strategy and data driven decisions 
• A sticker for details who’s super organized 
• Excellent relationship building skills and a willingness to hold colleagues and contractors accountable 
• Self-starter who works well independently but enjoys collaboration
• Adaptable and calm under pressure 
• Based in or willing to relocate to the NYC area 

Experience/Education 

• Bachelor's degree required, Accounting or Finance degree preferred
• 2 years of experience working in an accounting role
• Passion for excellence and attention to detail
• Experience in hospitality is a plus 
• CPA and/or MBA is preferred 
• Proficient in a variety of technology systems, especially Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Quickbook Online, Sage Intacct, Craftable and Marginedge