sweetgreen · 10 hours ago
Staff Accountant - Financial Reporting
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $92K/yr
2+ years expsweetgreen is on a mission to build healthier communities by connecting people to real food. The Staff Accountant - Financial Reporting will support SEC reporting, external audit processes, and technical accounting matters, assisting in the preparation of quarterly 10-Qs and annual 10-Ks, and ensuring timely completion of tasks aligned with close schedules.
Food and BeverageOrganic FoodRestaurants
Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of quarterly 10-Q and annual 10-K filings, including drafting footnote disclosures and gathering supporting documentation
Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations with accuracy and attention to detail
Analyze general ledger accounts to identify and record necessary accruals, adjustments, and reclassifications
Support external audit processes by compiling schedules, providing documentation, and responding to auditor requests in a timely manner
Collaborate with the Accounting Manager to ensure timely completion of tasks aligned with weekly and period-end close schedules
Assist with technical accounting research and memoranda for complex transactions or new accounting standards
Support the implementation and documentation of internal controls and SOX compliance requirements
Contribute to special projects, ad hoc analyses, and reporting initiatives in collaboration with the management team
Propose and implement process improvements
Establish yourself as a reliable resource for teammates and the go-to person for financial reporting questions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA or CPA track strongly preferred
Understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements; public company experience is a plus
Demonstrated proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions, with the ability to quickly adapt to new software programs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex accounting information clearly and effectively
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work under tight deadlines
Thrives in a collaborative team environment, assisting colleagues in troubleshooting issues and overcoming challenges
Willingness to dedicate the hours required to meet deadlines during close periods and SEC filing deadlines
Candidates must be available to work onsite in the Los Angeles office at least four days per week
2-3 years of accounting experience, preferably with public company accounting or Big 4 public accounting experience
Minimum 1 year of experience with financial reporting, external audit support, or SEC reporting
Preferred
Experience with Oracle Fusion or similar ERP systems preferred
Benefits
Three different medical plans to suit your and your family's needs
Dental and Vision insurance
Flexible PTO plan
401k program
Employee HSA and FSA
Complimentary greens
Free sweetgreen swag
Company
sweetgreen
Sweetgreen is a fast casual restaurant chain that serves simple, seasonal, and healthy salads, and grain bowls.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$478.6MKey Investors
FidelityT. Rowe PriceRevolution
2021-11-18IPO
2019-09-19Series I· $150M
2018-11-16Series H· $200M
Leadership Team
Jonathan Neman
Co-Founder + CEO
Nicolas Jammet
Co-Founder & Chief Concept Officer
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