What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at AES Restaurant Group, LLC?
Job Description
AES Restaurant Group is seeking a motivated and detail oriented Staff Accountant to join our corporate office in Zionsville, Indiana. The ideal candidate will be early in their accounting career and interested in long term growth within a multi unit restaurant organization. This role requires strong attention to detail, accountability, and the confidence to follow up persistently with vendors and internal partners to ensure issues are resolved accurately and timely.
Duties
• Assist with month end close process including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Communicate directly with vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies, missing documentation, and outstanding credits.
• Follow up consistently with vendors and internal teams until issues are resolved.
• Support accounts payable and general ledger functions as needed.
• Maintain accurate financial records and organized documentation.
• Assist with financial reporting and internal analysis.
• Collaborate with field operators and leadership regarding financial inquiries.
• Identify process improvement opportunities within accounting workflows.
Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; or currently pursuing with relevant experience
• Entry level to two years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to organize and analyze data.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with vendors and internal leadership.
• Demonstrated willingness to speak up, ask questions, and hold others accountable when needed.
• Interest in developing a long term career in accounting.
Benefits
• Medical, vision, dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Performance based bonuses
Shift availability
• Day Shift (Required)
• Monday through Friday
• 40 hours per week
Work Location
• On site at corporate office in Zionsville, Indiana
AES Restaurant Group, LLC, and its affiliates, are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by law.