accountant Charlotte, NC
Job description
Legion Brewing is a rapidly growing craft brewer with multiple locations in Charlotte, NC. Since opening our doors in 2015, the team here at Legion has worked hard to build an environment of what we call “campfire hospitality” for everyone who walks through our doors. And we make some pretty great beer.
We are looking for an experienced professional to join the Legion team as our Accounting and Wholesale Assistant. In this role, our Accounting and Wholesale Assistant will provide accounting and clerical assistance to the accounting and wholesale departments, prepare and maintain accounting documents and records as well as other related financial activities.
To be successful, you will need to be a creative problem solver who really geeks out on sharing your craft while training up your colleagues and company-wide management teams. You must also thrive in a dynamic, self-motivated work environment.
What You Will Do:
- Perform general cost accounting and other related duties for the organization.
- Assist with preparation of monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements.
- Code invoices, set up new accounts, reconcile accounts, and close the monthly books.
- Reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
- Reconcile cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts; manage accounts receivable collections.
- Verify and/or complete payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensure payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.
- Provide outside auditors with assistance; gather necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit as needed.
- Maintain knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
- Provide accounting and clerical support to the accounting department.
- Reconcile accounts in a timely manner.
- Enter key data of financial transactions in database daily.
- Provide assistance and support to company personnel.
- Research, track and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies.
- Inform management and compile reports/summaries on activity areas.
- Manage wholesale logistics.
- Create purchase orders for distribution partners.
- Analyze sales and team data including IRI and VIP reporting.
- Collaborate with the sales team to maintain the sales and brewing forecast.
- Verify accuracy across payroll and timekeeping platforms.
- Audit and verify the accuracy of tips paid, bonus calculations, and commission payouts.
- Function in accordance with established standards, procedures, and applicable laws
- Constantly update job knowledge
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
What You Wil Need:
- Proven accounting experience, preferably as an Accounts Receivable Clerk or Accounts Payable Clerk
- Familiarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures
- Competency in MS Office, databases and accounting software
- Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reports
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Aptitude for numbers
- Ability to perform filing and record keeping tasks
- Data entry and word processing skills
- Well-organized
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficient in accounting and tax preparation software.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Education and Experience:
- High school degree
- Bachelor's degree or relevant certification is a plus
- Three years or more of related experience required.
- Experience with Restaurant 365 a plus
- Experience with Toast Payroll and POS a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Able to travel within Charlotte as needed.
- This is an in-office position and will have a desk at Legion’s Southend Headquarters Office.
Finally, we are looking for the kind of person that gives a damn. About their work. About people. About their community. And about what we’re trying to do here at Legion. If this sounds like you, let’s talk.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Charlotte, NC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
