What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Byrd Cookie Company?
Company Description
Byrd Cookie Company is a beloved tradition in Savannah with a deep history spanning more than 100 years. We provide amazing service and experiences to our customers, while creating a work environment where every team member feels like family. We work hard, play hard, and offer flexibility to enjoy both work and life, with a culture that keeps our people excited to come to work every day.
Role Description
This is a full-time role for a Senior Accountant. The ideal candidate will be located in the Savannah, GA area, and excited to work on-site at our flagship building (Waters & Stephenson). The Senior Accountant will handle a wide range of accounting and finance responsibilities in a fun, supportive setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Accounts payable
- Sales tax compliance
- Fixed assets
- Payroll processing
- Aspects of month-end close
- Project accounting
- Support financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting
- Contribute to financial reporting
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 3 years of progressive accounting experience (public or private sector)
- Experience with accounts payable, sales tax filings, payroll, and fixed assets
- Experience with month-end close and project accounting
- Proficiency in accounting software and Excel
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- CPA license is a plus
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Family-owned and operated business with a century-long legacy
- Growing business with big plans for the future
- Genuine, supportive, and motivated team with a flexible work environment
- Exposure to a wide range of accounting and finance processes
- Unique opportunity to contribute to an iconic Savannah-based institution
- Cookies! (and more)