Senior Accountant

Aroma Joe's is one of the nation's leading handcrafted beverage chains and is headquartered in Scarborough, Maine. This rapidly growing brand currently has 121 locations along the east coast. Aroma Joe's is a local destination for hand crafted coffee and espresso drinks, unique infused blends, signature AJ's RUSH Energy Drinks and a variety of all-day food offerings. Aroma Joe's serves positive energy in a friendly and upbeat environment by focusing daily on the customer, the community, and the cup.

The same passion and upbeat attitude can be found at our corporate offices. The Aroma Joe's family is a group of hardworking and experienced professionals who are driven by the excitement of building our brand. Our team enjoys comprehensive employee benefits, company-sponsored social outings, and an amazing culture! Giving back to the community is a key part of who we are, and we participate in community and charitable events throughout the year with a focus on positively impacting people.

Overview

Aroma Joe's is looking for a full-time Senior Accountant to add to our dynamic and growing team. This individual will be responsible for monthly financial reports, monthly reconciliations, assisting vendors, collections, and customer service while maintaining the highest level of professionalism. Previous experience in franchising is a plus, but not required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Senior Accountant position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintaining financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts across 8 entities
• Preparing journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations and assisting with monthly close processes
• Download and code weekly banks feeds to QuickBooks
• Weekly system-wide sales reporting
• Maintain records and reconciliations for all vendors and bank accounts
• Maintaining documentation for accounts receivables, accounts payable, and purchasing
• Answer/manage vendor inquiries as required
• Pay vendor invoices in a timely fashion
• Reconciling equipment edit list for new locations
• Update and maintain process documentation
• Assist with the annual external audit
• Comply with federal, state, and local reporting requirements
• Provide clerical and administrative support to management as requested
• File monthly sales tax and initiator of deposit reports with States we do business in
• Assisting with additional finance and sales related projects
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred
• 1-2 years of public accounting experience preferred, not required
• Experience with QuickBooks is strongly preferred
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize work activities, and solve problems with a solution-oriented mindset
• Knowledge of MS Office and strong Excel skills are necessary
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, monitors own work to ensure quality and apply feedback to improve performance
• Strong attention to detail and naturally inquisitive
• Strong customer service skills and ability to work with franchisees
• Ability to adapt to change easily and work cross-functionally with other departments
• Practice our core values
• Be a team player

Work Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly sitting for long periods of time. Compliant with the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off/Holidays
• Simple IRA
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Bonus Program
• Flexible Schedule

Hours of Operation

This is a full-time, hybrid position of two days optional remote (Monday and Friday and three days required in the office, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST. This position may require additional hours outside these work hours, including nights and weekends to complete the job requirements.

Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. Team Members may be required to perform other duties as requested by their leader(s) in compliance with Federal and State laws.

Aroma Joe's Franchising is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our team members.