Staff Accountant Jobs in California

Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager and is responsible for supporting the accounting operations of Golf, Drive-In Theatre, and Public Market entities. This position performs revenue auditing, cash reconciliations, account reconciliations, month-end close activities, financial statement preparation, and analysis. The Staff Accountant works closely with operations teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, and timely completion of accounting processes.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Review and reconcile revenue data between POS systems, bank deposits, and the general ledger.
• Reconcile daily credit card activity and cash receipts from all locations.
• Audit daily and weekly sales, discounts, promotions, memberships, and other revenue activity for assigned business units.
• Investigate and resolve variances identified during revenue audits and reconciliations.
• Prepare and record monthly journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, allocations, and reclassifications.
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and follow up on outstanding items.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements.
• Analyze operating results and explain budget-to-actual variances.
• Collaborate with location managers to ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Utilize AI-powered tools and automation technologies to improve efficiency, streamline accounting processes, and reduce manual tasks
• Maintain accounting procedures and assist with the creation and updating of SOPs.
• Cross-train within the department to provide backup support for other accounting functions.
• Participate in system implementations, reporting enhancements, and process automation initiatives.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 + years of general accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Power BI, and AI-enabled productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot, preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems such as JD Edwards preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adopt new technologies to support accounting, reporting, and operational efficiencies.
• Experience using AI tools to improve productivity and business processes preferred.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.

Culture and Values:

• Teamwork, Integrity, Service and Drive

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Occasional bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Frequent sitting and occasional standing, walking, reaching
• Noise level may be moderate to high at times

Note: This job description is intended only as a general guideline of your duties and responsibilities at Syufy Enterprises and is not a legally binding contract. Syufy Enterprises reserves the right to amend, change or terminate the job description, as it deems appropriate. Any change amendments, or modifications may be implemented even though they have not been communicated, reprinted or substituted in this job description.

Equal Employer Opportunity (EEO)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Compensation & Benefits

• $76,700 - $82,400 based on relevant experience to the role. Full-time hours.
• Annual incentive bonus eligibility.
• PTO.
• Full benefits package.
• 401K with dollar for dollar match up to 4%.

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