Staff Accountant

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for assisting in the accounting of general functions as it relates to License Revenue Accounting, including but not limited to the preparation of journal entries related to accruals, and accounts receivables tasks.

This individual will also provide strategic support and analysis as needed.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

1. Monthly Close

Prepare period-end entries, account reconciliations, and account analyses as it relates to owned areas with appropriate SOX documentation and support when required.

Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports for both domestic and international sales.

Maintain licensing sales Access Database.

Support point of sales systems and any custom reporting.

Facilitate period-end closings by ensuring the accurate and timely completion of all responsibilities.

Prepare invoices for Licensing partners and process monthly cash receipts.

Prepare accounts receivable aging and ensure timely collections.

Work with Operations to develop and implement processes to drive administrative tasks out of the Shacks.

Act as a key member of cross-departmental teams to improve the flow of data and reporting.

2. SOX Compliance

Support compliance of SOX key controls related to owned accounts and processes.

Coordinate with internal and external auditors related to owned accounts and processes ensuring complete, timely, and accurate responses to information requests.

Continuously evaluate SOX controls in light of changing systems / processes and work with Internal Audit to identify and implement necessary control changes.

3. Process Improvement

Review existing processes, structures, and systems to assist in the identification of improvement opportunities with a focus on simplification, standardization, and optimization, especially the reduction of manual, Excel-based activities.

Help drive the reduction of the close timeline by assessing and streamlining close-related activities.

Assist in assessing the impact from and implement the required changes to systems, process, policies, and procedures due to new accounting standards, regulatory changes, changes in business strategy, cross-departmental initiatives, and other operational changes.

Support the implementation of on-going process improvement initiatives.

4. Annual Audit and Quarterly Reviews

Support information flow between accounting teams, external auditors, and other internal and external partners.

Prepare balance sheet and income statement fluctuation analyses.

Provide requested support to Tax and Financial Reporting and adhere to external reporting timelines.

5. Other

Collaborate with other Home Office teams (such as Legal, Information Technology, and Operations) where required and appropriate.

Strengthen and maintain relationships with both internal and external parties.

Remain current on accounting and regulatory changes.

Remain current on Restaurant and Retail industry-specific technologies and emerging trends.

Prepare reports / analyses and participate in other projects as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Skilled with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access).

Confident, Caring, Team-oriented, Guest-focused, Supportive, Empathetic, Trustworthy.

Understanding of GAAP and SOX.

Requirements - Education, Experience

Education Requirements : Bachelor's Degree - Preferred

Education or Certificate Details :

BS / BA in Accounting or Finance required.

CPA or CPA track preferred

Related Experience

1-3 years of accounting experience in private and / or public accounting.

Experience in the restaurant and / or retail industries preferred.

Experience at Big 4 public accounting firm a plus.

Pay Range - $69,215.00 - $88,265.00

About Us

Beginning as a hot dog cart in New York City's Madison Square Park, Shake Shack was created by Danny Meyer, Founder and CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group and best-selling author of Setting the Table .

Shack Fans lined up daily, making the cart a resounding success, and donating all proceeds back to the park beautification efforts.

A permanent stand was eventually built...and the rest is Shack history! With our roots in fine dining and giving back to the community, we are committed to high quality food served with a high level of hospitality.

Our team members enjoy a positive work environment that is deeply committed to the philosophy that we "Stand for Something Good."

We are expanding across the U.S. and around the world! Join our #ShackFam

Shake Shack is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (over 40), disability (mental and physical), sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital, military and veteran status.

Our company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.