Job Summary As the Senior Accountant in our hospitality you will oversee the accounting and financial reporting functions for one or more restaurant You will ensure accurate timely financial statements manage intercompany allocations support budgeting and liaise with operations leadership to provide actionable insights You will also lead process improvements guide junior accounting staff and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls Key Responsibilities Duties Lead and oversee the monthly close process journal entries accruals adjustments reconciliations and financial statement preparation Manage and review balance sheet accounts ensuring proper reconciliations e g intercompany prepaid expenses accruals fixed assets Oversee cost allocations to different cost centers e g kitchens outlets head office Handle inventory accounting and periodic physical counts or sample recounts Supervise accounts receivable payables related to restaurants and third-party partners e g delivery aggregators vendors Lead the utilities accrual process vendor contract cost allocations and recognition of related expenses Reconcile and interface credit card petty cash expense reimbursements with general ledger Work with Operations Restaurant Managers to interpret P L variances identify cost issues and support decision-making Assist or lead audit tax engagements - prepare audit schedules liaise with external auditors and ensure compliance Drive process improvements automation of reporting standardization across outlets Mentor train and review work of junior accountants accounting staff Prepare financial analyses forecasts budget variance reports and KPI dashboards Ensure internal controls policies and accounting processes are followed and propose enhancements Handle ad hoc special projects system upgrades expansion accounting integration with POS ERP systems Qualifications Requirements Bachelor s degree in Accounting Finance or equivalent professional qualification CA CPA CMA preferred 5 years of accounting experience ideally in hospitality retail restaurant chains or multi-unit operations Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff Strong working knowledge of accounting standards e g IFRS GAAP and good grasp of internal controls Advanced Excel skills pivot tables formulas data analysis Experience with accounting ERP POS integration systems e g SAP Microsoft Dynamics restaurant-specific systems Excellent analytical problem solving and communication skills Ability to work under deadlines manage multiple priorities and interface with operations teams Attention to detail accuracy and strong organizational skills Integrity confidentiality and a results-oriented attitude Preferred or Additional Criteria Nice to Have Experience in multi-location or chain restaurant accounting Knowledge of restaurant hospitality KPIs cost of goods sold food beverage margin labor costs Familiarity with third-party delivery aggregators commission calculations and royalty fee accounting Exposure to budgeting forecasting financial modeling Experience coordinating audits tax filings Working Conditions May supervise Staff Accountants Junior Accountants or accounting assistants Office-based with occasional on-site visits to restaurants if applicable May require extended hours during month-end audit periods or system transitions Additional Information Work Location Bengaluru Willing to Relocate Job Type Full-time Pay 30 000 00 - 40 000 00 per month Benefits Adaptable schedule Food provided Leave encashment Paid time off Work Location In person

📌 Senior Accountant Manager (Kerala)
🏢 OLIVE STREET FOOD CAFE
📍 Kerala