Senior Accountant at Pullman Market – San Antonio, Texas

Position Summary:

The Senior Accountant plays a vital role in overseeing accounting operations across Pullman Market. This position reports directly to the Accounting Manager and is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting functions, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with company policies and external regulations.

Operational Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings for retail and restaurant operations
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, identifying variances and providing insights on performance trends
• Create and distribute regular financial reports for executive leadership, highlighting KPIs specific to retail and food service operations
• Analyze cost of goods sold, labor costs, and other operational metrics across locations

Operational Accounting

• Manage weekly P&L reporting and consolidation
• Oversee cash handling procedures and reconciliations across all locations
• Monitor inventory accounting and valuation methodologies
• Implement standard accounting procedures for both retail and restaurant operations
• Ensure proper recording of gift card liabilities and revenue recognition

Compliance & Controls

• Maintain internal control systems to safeguard assets and ensure data integrity
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations including sales tax, alcohol tax, and employment taxes
• Work with external auditors during annual audits and reviews
• Support SOX compliance requirements as applicable
• Monitor PCI compliance for payment processing systems

Team Leadership

• Supervise and train accounting staff including AP/AR, internal transfers, and payroll accruals
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for accounting team
• Ensure cross-training and documentation of key accounting processes

Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee the integration between POS systems, inventory management, and financial systems
• Identify opportunities for streamlining accounting processes and reducing manual
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• Implement best practices in hospitality and retail accounting
• Collaborate with team on system upgrades and implementations

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 2 years in retail and/or restaurant environments
• Previous management experience supervising accounting staff
• Multi-unit or multi-location accounting experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of GAAP as applied to retail and restaurant operations

Technical Skills

• Advanced Excel skills including financial modeling and pivot tables
• Experience with restaurant POS systems and retail inventory management software
• Knowledge of enterprise accounting systems

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Excellent communication skills for presenting financial information to non-financial audiences
• Problem-solving mindset and process improvement orientation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Industry-Specific Knowledge

• Understanding of key metrics in retail and restaurant operations (COGS, labor %, covers, sales per square foot, etc.)
• Familiarity with inventory valuation methods for perishable and non-perishable goods
• Knowledge of tip reporting requirements and alcohol licensing/taxation
• Experience with multi-location retail/restaurant accounting best practices

Working Conditions:

• A typical work week for this position is 40-50 hours. Hours may vary in season.
• The majority of the day is spent on a computer.
• Work with hot, cold, and hazardous equipment as well as operates phones, computers, fax machines, copiers, and other office equipment.

Benefits:

• 3 Weeks PTO annually (15 days)
• 3 Sick Days annually
• $3000 Educational Stipend annually
• Employer Contribution to Health Insurance, $200/month
• 50% discount at all ERHG Restaurants
• 8 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Up to 5 days Bereavement Leave
• 5 Year Retention Bonus of $3,000 and 10 Year Retention Bonus of $10,000