Hybrid Senior Staff Accountant chez North Ridge Country Club Inc

Description

Job Title: Sr Staff Accountant Department: General & Administrative

Reports to: Accounting Manager Effective Date: June 2025

Job Summary: The Senior Accountant plays a key role in the financial operations of the club, supporting core accounting functions such as month-end close, general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and account reconciliations. This position works directly with the Accounting Manager to ensure timely and accurate reporting while also supporting internal controls, audit preparation, and process improvements. The Senior Accountant may guide junior staff and collaborates cross-functionally with department leaders to maintain the integrity of financial information and support strategic decision-making.

Duties/Responsibilities:

General Ledger & Month-End Close

• Assist with the month-end close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and ensure timely posting of financial data.
• Support year-end closing activities, including reconciliation of key accounts and assistance with annual audits.

Deposits & Cash Management

• Maintain daily cash logs and resolve discrepancies
• Record daily bank deposits
• Track and reconcile credit card and ACH deposits.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in coordination with department staff.

Credit Card Reconciliation & Expense Accounting

• Manage the reconciliation of all company credit card transactions and employee expense reports on a monthly basis.
• Ensure all expenses are properly coded and supported in accordance with internal policy.
• Post related journal entries and follow up with cardholders regarding missing or unclear documentation.

Accounts Payable & Support Functions

• Ensure proper coding and timeliness of payables.
• Process check runs and ACH payment batches
• Prepare 1099 vendor reporting 
• Provide cross-functional support for human resources, payroll and AR as necessary.

Bank & Balance Sheet Reconciliations

• Reconcile bank accounts monthly and follow up on outstanding items.
• Prepare and review reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts, including prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, fixed assets, leases, etc.

Process Improvement & Systems Oversight

• Identify and recommend improvements to accounting procedures and workflow efficiencies.
• Assist in maintaining and troubleshooting accounting and club management systems (e.g., Salesforce, ForeTees).

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

    Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.

    Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Jonas, Sage, QuickBooks).

    Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

    Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate with both financial and operational teams.

    Experience working with club or hospitality systems is a plus.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CPA-track preferred).

3–5 years of progressive accounting experience; experience in hospitality, private clubs, or similar industry strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

Walking around the club campus 

Must be able to lift up to 35lbs