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Shake Shack
Shake Shack
5,001 – 10,000 Employees
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Shake Shack is a modern fast-casual food and beverage company founded in 2004, best known for burgers, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, crinkle-cut fries, frozen custard, shakes, beer, and wine. Its roadside-inspired restaurants focus on fresh, straightforward ingredients and an elevated casual dining experience. Shake Shack also connects with customers through seasonal promotions, gift cards, merchandise, and digital platforms that support its customer experience and privacy practices.
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Staff Accountant, Shake Shack (New York, NY Hybrid)

Support licensing revenue accounting at Shake Shack through financial close, SOX compliance, audit coordination, receivables, and process improvement. The role covers domestic and international licensing activities in a hybrid New York setting.

USUnited StatesNYNew York
$67,956 – $87,393 / year
HybridFull-timeJuniorEnglish RequiredAccountant

Description

  • Record period-end journal entries, complete account reconciliations and analyses, and maintain the required SOX documentation.
  • Produce weekly and monthly sales reporting for domestic and international licensing operations.
  • Consolidate licensing sales information and keep the licensing dashboard current.
  • Work with licensing partners to investigate and resolve reporting discrepancies.
  • Issue licensing partner invoices and process monthly cash receipts.
  • Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and support prompt collections.
  • Maintain SOX key controls and coordinate activities with internal and external auditors.
  • Partner with Internal Audit to assess and strengthen SOX controls.
  • Find ways to simplify, standardize, and improve accounting workflows.
  • Streamline close activities to help shorten the financial close cycle.
  • Apply updates arising from accounting standards, regulatory requirements, systems, policies, and procedures.
  • Assist with annual audits and quarterly financial reviews.
  • Develop balance sheet and income statement variance analyses.
  • Provide accounting support to the Tax and Financial Reporting teams.
  • Work across functions while sustaining effective internal and external relationships.
  • Develop reports and analyses and contribute to other assigned projects.

Requirements

  • Bring 1–3 years of experience in private and/or public accounting.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Understand US GAAP and SOX requirements.
  • Hold a bachelor’s degree.
  • Have a BS or BA in Accounting or Finance.
  • Apply strong analytical judgment and meticulous attention to detail.
  • CPA certification or progress toward the CPA is preferred.
  • Experience in restaurant and/or retail accounting is preferred.
  • Experience with a Big Four public accounting firm is advantageous.

Benefits

  • Receive weekly pay and eligibility for performance bonuses.
  • Use employee meal discounts at Shake Shack.
  • Access corporate discounts on travel, electronics, wellness, leisure activities, and more.
  • Receive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Receive employer-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Participate in a 401(k) plan with company matching.
  • Receive paid time off.
  • Receive paid parental leave.
  • Use the Employee Assistance Program from the first day of employment.
  • Access pre-tax commuter and parking benefits.
  • Use flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
  • Access professional development and growth opportunities.
  • Receive hands-on mentorship and training.
  • Work under a flexible hybrid arrangement.

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