Accounting Associate at Villa Restaurant Group

VILLA RESTAURANT GROUP•Morristown, NJ

3d•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Accounting Associate is responsible for managing high-volume day-to-day Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) activities for a multi-unit restaurant organization. This role handles voucher-based accounts receivable and invoice-based accounts payable, with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and experienced in handling high-volume financial transactions. The position works closely with Operations, Finance, and external vendors and partners to support cash flow, month-end close, and financial reporting in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
2+ years of Accounts Receivable and/or Accounts Payable experience
Strong understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
Proficiency with accounting systems and Excel
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities

Nice To Haves

Restaurant, hospitality, or multi-unit retail experience preferred
Experience with voucher-based AR and EDI or high-volume AP a plus
Experience handling daily deposits and reconciliations

Responsibilities

Prepare, submit, and track accounts receivable vouchers in accordance with contractual agreements
Ensure vouchers are supported by accurate backup documentation
Monitor vouchers and follow up on outstanding or rejected vouchers
Record AR transactions accurately and maintain AR aging schedules
Apply customer payments and investigate short pays, chargebacks, and delays
Reconcile AR balances to the general ledger and supporting schedules
Prepare and record daily bank deposits.
Execute daily sales reconciliation and paid out audit.
Provide backup for bank activities postings and bank reconciliations as needed.
Process high-volume vendor invoices, including EDI and non-EDI invoices
Review invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and correct GL, location, and period coding
Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, including pricing, shortages, and duplicate invoices
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding balances
Ensure AR and AP transactions are recorded in the correct accounting period
Prepare and review AR and AP aging reports
Maintain organized documentation for audits and internal controls
Ensure compliance with internal policies and approval workflows