Senior accountant

We are seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to support the accounting team and serve as a “go-to” resource for the Controller in day-to-day accounting operations and process improvement. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment and demonstrates a proactive, hands-on approach with an eagerness to contribute. This position will play a key role in strengthening our financial operations while supporting a fast-growing, multi-unit QSR franchise brand. The right fit will have excellent problem-solving capabilities, strong communication skills, and a willingness to take ownership of their work while supporting others.

Location: This position is onsite in Florence, SC; however, remote status with occasional travel may be considered for well-qualified candidates who demonstrate strong autonomy, prioritization, and accountability.

Job Summary

The Senior Staff Accountant plays a vital role on the accounting team, supporting both internal and external business partners. This position encompasses a diverse range of responsibilities, including full-cycle period-end closing duties, account reconciliations and analyses, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and balance daily sales from the point-of-sale system.
• Perform timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies to support reliable financial reporting.
• Support period-end close, including accruals, account analyses, and the preparation of accurate financial statements.
• Identify anomalies, missing transactions, or irregularities and proactively resolve them.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Manage compliance matters, including business licenses, permits, and sales and use tax returns.
• Review monthly sales tax worksheets and file and pay sales taxes to the appropriate authorities.
• Support interim and year-end audit work as needed.
• Manage annual 1099 filings and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that increase efficiency, clarity, and financial accuracy, including the development and documentation of accounting processes.
• Apply professional curiosity and professional skepticism to fully understand processes and help ensure their effectiveness and efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or proven work experience as an accountant or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of accrual-based accounting and GAAP.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, adapt, and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Work schedule

Monday to Friday

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid training
• Mileage reimbursement
• Other