Company Highlights:

The Bright Hotel is reimagining hotel operations by leveraging a tech-forward approach to the guest experience. Our goal is to personalize the stay for each guest driving stellar satisfaction rates. We are currently building out a portfolio of hotels focused on health and wellness called Vitality Hotels. 

Perks:

• 100% company-paid premium for employee-only coverage on select Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans
• 401K program with up to a 4% match and full vesting from day one
• Generous Paid Time Off – 2 weeks annually to recharge and relax
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA) options for added financial flexibility
• Voluntary Life Insurance to provide additional coverage for you and your loved ones

Purpose of the Role:

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, strategically-minded F&B Accountant with multi-state tax and hospitality experience to join our growing finance team. This role will oversee accounting operations across our multi-unit food & beverage portfolio and will work closely with GMs, chefs, and senior leadership to drive financial performance, ensure compliance, and manage the complexities of restaurant accounting in multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities:

Tax Management & Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with sales, alcohol, use, and local taxes across all operating states.
• Prepare and file various state tax returns; maintain documentation and audit readiness.
• Monitor and interpret state tax changes impacting the F&B industry; implement process updates as needed.
• Lead responses to state and local tax audits or inquiries.

Core Accounting Operations

• Oversee accounts payable, receivables, bank reconciliations, payroll, GL, and billing for all F&B properties.
• Execute the monthly close with accuracy and timeliness.
• Reconcile daily sales from Clover and Toast POS systems; ensure integration accuracy with QuickBooks Online (QBO).
• Utilize MarginEdge for invoice processing, cost tracking, and vendor management.
• Manage credit card batch reconciliation, deposits, and third-party platform reports (e.g., Uber Eats, DoorDash).
• Prepare P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements for individual outlets and consolidated reporting.
• Process journal entries, accruals, and amortizations as part of period-end procedures.

F&B Costing, Inventory & Analytics

• Develop and maintain menu item costing models, including recipes, waste, and ingredient fluctuations.
• Analyze COGS trends, labor ratios, and inventory turnover for optimization opportunities.
• Conduct physical inventory audits and reconcile with MarginEdge data.
• Collaborate with chefs and GMs to support menu pricing, engineering, and profitability.
• Provide regular KPI and sales analysis reports, including:

Food & beverage cost %

Labor cost %

RevPASH

Average check

Outlet/daypart/category performance

• Leverage POS data to identify opportunities around pricing, promotions, and product mix.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Process vendor invoices; maintain accurate coding and payment schedules.
• Manage vendor credit terms and applications; ensure timely submissions with Accounting support.
• Foster relationships with restaurant GMs, chefs, operations leaders, and vendors.
• Provide financial support for menu development, operational strategy, and resource planning.

Accounting Systems & Reporting

• Collaborate with Enterprise Level Accounting and HR on:

Vendor set-up & ordering procedures

Payroll processing & labor reporting

Licensing fee submissions (e.g., alcohol, food service, tax registrations)

Inventory controls & forecasting

POS system integration & margin reporting

• Participate in monthly P&L reviews, providing variance explanations and operational insights.

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities and Experience:

• Experience with startup or fast-growth hospitality companies.
• Advanced knowledge of restaurant inventory management, cost modeling, and menu profitability.
• Familiarity with tools like M3, Quickbooks, Margin Edge a plus.

Behavioral Competencies

• Attention to Detail - Accurate tax filings & financials
• Initiative - Independently improve systems & tools
• Analytical Thinking - Menu and labor performance analysis
• Communication - Cross-functional collaboration
• Organization - Managing multiple outlets & vendors
• Adaptability - Thriving in a fast-paced environment
• Strategic Mindset - Driving profitability and forecasting

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions & physical demands of this role. 

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform assigned tasks via computer.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 15 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience in multi-location restaurant or hospitality operations.
• Demonstrated multi-state tax filing and compliance experience (sales, alcohol, use tax).
• Strong command of Restaurant industry software systems.
• Expertise in GAAP, with specific knowledge of F&B cost tracking and reporting.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to manage data integrity across systems.
• Excellent communication skills; able to distill financial data for non-financial team members.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and work under pressure

*Please note, due to the requirements of this position, responses may automatically disqualify you from moving forward in the application process. Please review minimum qualifications thoroughly before applying.  

Schedule / Travel Requirements:

• Availability for flexible work hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.