Staff Accountant Accounts Payable Hybrid

Job DetailsJob Location: HQ Enterprises - Falls Church, VA 22046Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: AccountingMetropolitan Hospitality Group (MHG) is a leading hospitality group in the DC Metropolitan area with an employee-first culture. We currently operate twelve restaurants, a distillery, with additional locations on the horizon. We're looking for a positive, friendly, hardworking, hospitality-oriented Staff Accountant/Accounts Payable to join our Finance team. As a repeat Washington Post Top Work Place, we at MHG take pride in living our mission statement each day - IT STARTS WITH ME | It starts with each one of us, every day. IT TAKES A TEAM | Our teams are the heart of our company, and we are committed to each other’s growth and development. WE HONOR OUR GUESTS | We strive to create warm, thoughtful, memorable experiences for our guests. Visit us at www.eatmhg.com to learn more about us and follow @eatmhg to see what we’re up to! Our Ideal Candidate: Has a proven track record of producing high-quality work product in a dynamic workplace. Communicates effectively, exhibits attention to detail and critical thinking skills. Possesses strong organizational skills and excels in time management, has the ability to multi-task, prioritize and work efficiently. Identifies opportunities for action, does what it takes to meet deliverables by deadlines, and solves problems. Must have a positive attitude, is willing to go above and beyond when necessary. Essential Job Functions Include: Adapt quickly and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-orientated, and rapidly changing environment. Anticipate work needs and follow through until the work is complete, reviewed, and verified as accurate. Work independently on essential job functions while also being able to take on projects and assignments, as directed. General ledger, financial reporting, analysis, account reconciliations, budget and forecasting activities. Monitor general ledger and perform month-end preparation of financial statements. Provide strategic and in-depth financial analysis of actual performance versus budget. Research material cash and credit card discrepancies. Advanced excel user comfortable with pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, HLOOKUPs, and advanced formulas. Review of business credit card statements, expense reports, and vendor invoices for authorization and accounting accuracy. Obtain missing invoices, credits, and statements, necessary to the accounts payable function and documentation process. Work with vendors to pursue credits that have not been processed and communicate remittance information when making payments. Post expenses to the correct company and general ledger account in QuickBooks. Pay expenses in a timely fashion so as to keep all accounts current. Ensure the accuracy of accounts payable files and meet monthly financial close deadlines. Ensure that key stakeholders across the organization understand and comply with accounts payable policies and procedures. Organize and file invoices. Act as the point of contact for assigned entities. Process payroll. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or tools, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or bend, stand on a stool, and may be required to lift up to approximately 25 pounds. EEO Statement Metropolitan Hospitality Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Background Screening Successful completion of a background screening will be required as a condition of hire. Education and Experience * BS in Accounting * Minimum 3 years related work experience * Strong knowledge of accounting and generally accepted accounting practices. * Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.  * Prefer experience working with QuickBooks Online. * Prior Restaurant experience preferred. Competencies and Skills Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word), QuickBooks Online, Ability to learn new software. Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written. Compensation and Benefits This is a salaried, exempt position paying between $65K - $75K commensurate with experience.   This position qualifies for Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and is bonus eligible.  MHG offers group Health, Dental, and Vision insurance with employer contribution.  Voluntary benefits offered include employee paid Flexible Spending Accounts, Short Term Disability, Term Life Insurance, Accident/Hospital Coverages, and Pet Insurance. Perks: Meal discounts at all of our restaurants. Job Type Full-time exempt position. MHG requires in-person work Monday through Friday during first 90 days.  Once training is complete, this position is eligible for a flexible schedule and a Work from Home day each week.  How to Apply Submit a cover letter and resume. QualificationsBackground Screening Successful completion of a background screening will be required as a condition of hire. Education and Experience * BS in Accounting * Minimum 3 years related work experience * Strong knowledge of accounting and generally accepted accounting practices. * Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.  * Prefer experience working with QuickBooks Online. * Prior Restaurant experience preferred. Competencies and Skills Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word), QuickBooks Online, Ability to learn new software. Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written.