Bookkeeper - Ledgent Finance & Accounting

Bookkeeper with Restaurant Industry Experience

Position Title: Bookkeeper
Location: Encino

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for multiple restaurant locations.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other financial statements.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including vendor invoices, bill payments, and customer invoices.
• Process payroll and ensure compliance with labor laws and tax regulations.
• Generate and analyze financial reports such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Collaborate with management to ensure budgets are adhered to and identify opportunities for cost control.
• Utilize Restaurant365 and/or Toast software for accounting, reporting, and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with tax filings, sales tax reporting, and other regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably in the restaurant or hospitality industry.
• Proficiency in Restaurant365, Toast, or similar restaurant-specific software.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with inventory management and cost control strategies.
• Experience with multi-location financial management.
• Knowledge of restaurant operations and systems integration.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.