Global Technical Talent
Primary Job Title:
Senior Accountant
Alternate / Related Job Titles:
Senior Retail Accountant
Accounting Manager – Grocery/Retail
Senior GL Accountant
Construction & Operations Accountant
Location & Onsite Flexibility: New York, NY (Manhattan) — Onsite Job Details
Position Type:
Direct Hire (Full-Time)
Start:
As Soon As Possible
Salary:
$100,000/year
Benefits:
Competitive benefits package (details provided during hiring process)
About the Company This organization is a
high-end, rapidly expanding grocery concept
generating approximately
$20M in annual revenue . The company is scaling across multiple locations and is focused on operational excellence, disciplined financial controls, and strong infrastructure to support continued growth.
This role reports directly to the
CFO / Owner
and supervises an
in-store Accounts Payable Clerk and store-level accounting support .
Position Overview The Senior Accountant will lead
day-to-day accounting operations
at the store level, oversee cash flow and AP functions, support
construction accounting for new store buildouts , and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. This role requires strong hands‑on accounting expertise, operational discipline, and experience supporting
multi‑location retail growth . The ideal candidate brings direct experience in
grocery or retail accounting
and has hands‑on knowledge of
Sage Intacct and/or NetSuite
to support scalable financial operations.
Key Responsibilities Daily Accounting Operations
Oversee daily store-level financial operations, ensuring
accurate capture of sales, expenses, inventory activity , and operational metrics.
Monitor POS integrations, merchant services deposits, and sales reconciliations.
Review daily cash reports, bank activity, and variances; investigate discrepancies promptly.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date
general ledger activity .
Accounts Payable Oversight
Supervise the in-store AP Clerk, ensuring proper invoice coding, vendor setup, approvals, and
timely payments .
Review AP aging weekly and elevate issues impacting cash flow.
Reconcile vendor statements monthly; ensure credits and rebates are recorded correctly.
Enforce disciplined purchasing, approval, and documentation workflows.
Construction Accounting (New Store Buildouts)
Maintain
job‑cost accounting
for new locations, tracking budgets, commitments, and actuals.
Process construction invoices, lien waivers, change orders, and WIP schedules.
Coordinate with general contractors, architects, and internal stakeholders.
Support capex reporting, spend forecasting, and documentation for lenders, landlords, and investors.
Cash Flow Management
Prepare
daily cash flow forecasts
incorporating AP, payroll timing, deposits, and operating needs.
Monitor liquidity and proactively advise leadership on cash requirements.
Recommend cash optimization strategies aligned with inventory and purchasing cycles.
Month‑End Close & Financial Reporting
Partner with the outside accounting firm to close books by the
15th of each month .
Prepare and review supporting schedules including accruals, prepaids, AP, AR, inventory, fixed assets, and job cost.
Perform and review key reconciliations (bank, credit cards, inventory, balance sheet accounts).
Assist with monthly financial statements and
variance analysis .
Inventory & Cost Controls
Oversee weekly and monthly inventory counts; validate shrink, spoilage, waste, and adjustments.
Monitor
COGS trends, margins, and purchasing patterns .
Partner with department managers to strengthen controls around receiving, pricing, and stock management.
Process Improvement & Internal Controls
Implement consistent accounting procedures across current and future store locations.
Strengthen internal controls over cash handling, purchasing, receiving, and inventory.
Document workflows and train staff on accounting best practices.
Skills & Qualifications Required Skills
5–10 years of accounting experience, ideally in
grocery, retail, hospitality, or multi‑unit operations
Hands‑on experience with
Sage Intacct and/or NetSuite
(configuration, workflows, reporting, integrations)
Strong general ledger, AP oversight, and month‑end close experience
Construction accounting or
job‑costing
experience
Advanced Excel skills and comfort with POS and inventory systems
Preferred Skills
CPA designation (not required)
Experience supporting rapid growth or new location expansion
Exposure to lender or investor reporting
Additional Qualifications
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Ability to work
on‑site daily
in a fast‑paced retail environment
High integrity, attention to detail, and an ownership mindset
Client Description High‑end, multi‑location grocery retailer focused on premium offerings and operational excellence.
Job Number:
26-00039
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Alternate / Related Job Titles:
Senior Retail Accountant
Accounting Manager – Grocery/Retail
Senior GL Accountant
Construction & Operations Accountant
Location & Onsite Flexibility: New York, NY (Manhattan) — Onsite Job Details
Position Type:
Direct Hire (Full-Time)
Start:
As Soon As Possible
Salary:
$100,000/year
Benefits:
Competitive benefits package (details provided during hiring process)
About the Company This organization is a
high-end, rapidly expanding grocery concept
generating approximately
$20M in annual revenue . The company is scaling across multiple locations and is focused on operational excellence, disciplined financial controls, and strong infrastructure to support continued growth.
This role reports directly to the
CFO / Owner
and supervises an
in-store Accounts Payable Clerk and store-level accounting support .
Position Overview The Senior Accountant will lead
day-to-day accounting operations
at the store level, oversee cash flow and AP functions, support
construction accounting for new store buildouts , and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. This role requires strong hands‑on accounting expertise, operational discipline, and experience supporting
multi‑location retail growth . The ideal candidate brings direct experience in
grocery or retail accounting
and has hands‑on knowledge of
Sage Intacct and/or NetSuite
to support scalable financial operations.
Key Responsibilities Daily Accounting Operations
Oversee daily store-level financial operations, ensuring
accurate capture of sales, expenses, inventory activity , and operational metrics.
Monitor POS integrations, merchant services deposits, and sales reconciliations.
Review daily cash reports, bank activity, and variances; investigate discrepancies promptly.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date
general ledger activity .
Accounts Payable Oversight
Supervise the in-store AP Clerk, ensuring proper invoice coding, vendor setup, approvals, and
timely payments .
Review AP aging weekly and elevate issues impacting cash flow.
Reconcile vendor statements monthly; ensure credits and rebates are recorded correctly.
Enforce disciplined purchasing, approval, and documentation workflows.
Construction Accounting (New Store Buildouts)
Maintain
job‑cost accounting
for new locations, tracking budgets, commitments, and actuals.
Process construction invoices, lien waivers, change orders, and WIP schedules.
Coordinate with general contractors, architects, and internal stakeholders.
Support capex reporting, spend forecasting, and documentation for lenders, landlords, and investors.
Cash Flow Management
Prepare
daily cash flow forecasts
incorporating AP, payroll timing, deposits, and operating needs.
Monitor liquidity and proactively advise leadership on cash requirements.
Recommend cash optimization strategies aligned with inventory and purchasing cycles.
Month‑End Close & Financial Reporting
Partner with the outside accounting firm to close books by the
15th of each month .
Prepare and review supporting schedules including accruals, prepaids, AP, AR, inventory, fixed assets, and job cost.
Perform and review key reconciliations (bank, credit cards, inventory, balance sheet accounts).
Assist with monthly financial statements and
variance analysis .
Inventory & Cost Controls
Oversee weekly and monthly inventory counts; validate shrink, spoilage, waste, and adjustments.
Monitor
COGS trends, margins, and purchasing patterns .
Partner with department managers to strengthen controls around receiving, pricing, and stock management.
Process Improvement & Internal Controls
Implement consistent accounting procedures across current and future store locations.
Strengthen internal controls over cash handling, purchasing, receiving, and inventory.
Document workflows and train staff on accounting best practices.
Skills & Qualifications Required Skills
5–10 years of accounting experience, ideally in
grocery, retail, hospitality, or multi‑unit operations
Hands‑on experience with
Sage Intacct and/or NetSuite
(configuration, workflows, reporting, integrations)
Strong general ledger, AP oversight, and month‑end close experience
Construction accounting or
job‑costing
experience
Advanced Excel skills and comfort with POS and inventory systems
Preferred Skills
CPA designation (not required)
Experience supporting rapid growth or new location expansion
Exposure to lender or investor reporting
Additional Qualifications
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Ability to work
on‑site daily
in a fast‑paced retail environment
High integrity, attention to detail, and an ownership mindset
Client Description High‑end, multi‑location grocery retailer focused on premium offerings and operational excellence.
Job Number:
26-00039
#LI-GTT #LI-Onsite #gttjobs
#J-18808-Ljbffr