Staff Accountant

COVENTRY ENTERPRISES LLC

High Point, NC Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $90,000 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Unlimited paid time off 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Microsoft Excel High school diploma or GED Attention to detail QuickBooks Full Job Description Why This Role Exists Coventry Enterprises supports the Congdon Family, now and into the future, as it generates a positive impact on the world. Coventry is a small team of experts. We provide strategic leadership, governance, accounting, and managerial support to the foundations, businesses, and personal endeavors of the Congdon Family and other similar entities. These entities create jobs, stimulate the economy, and improve the life and opportunities of people in High Point, NC, and beyond. This role is, first and foremost, relational — building trust with the family and stakeholders of the business. The accounting and bill pay work is essential for making efficient operational decisions — it must be accurate, timely, and well-organized. The right person leads with warmth and backs it up with precision. This position is dedicated to supporting Smitty & Pearl's, which is Downtown High Point's newest hospitality and entertainment destination. It brings together exceptional hospitality, elevated dining, craft beverages, entertainment, and unforgettable experiences. Jungle Bar High-energy sports bar, bowling, arcade, and entertainment. Umbo Chef-driven upscale dining. Siren Elevated cocktail lounge and nightlife. The mission of Smitty & Pearl's is to strengthen our community by bringing people together and creating experiences worth remembering. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate's or bachelor's degree preferred At least three years of experience in accounting; restaurant, hospitality, or retail experience strongly preferred (including experience with third-party delivery portals, tip reporting, food- cost analysis, inventory controls, and multi-location operations) Strong financial and business acumen with high attention to detail, including thorough knowledge of bookkeeping, AP, reconciliations, payroll, and financial reporting Proficiency in QuickBooks; intermediate-level Excel skills; experience with point-of-sale reporting systems; curiosity to learn new tools, including Claude Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and ability to meet recurring deadlines Ability to identify discrepancies, research transactions, and communicate findings clearly Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential financial and employee information Excellent written and verbal communication skills — comfortable interacting directly and regularly with family members, Coventry team members, and Smitty & Pearl's leadership High EQ — listens well, earns trust naturally, and communicates with warmth and discretion Coachable, adaptable, and comfortable working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment A strong reputation for integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality Intellectually curious and driven to grow Essential Duties and Responsibilities Family Relationships & Service This is where the role begins. The staff person must build genuine trust with family members, which shapes their experience of Coventry every day. Serve as a warm, reliable, and knowledgeable point of contact for family members who own Smitty & Pearl's. Communicate proactively — family members should never have to wonder about the status of something the office is managing. Each family member prefers a different kind of communication, so the employee needs to be intentional about meeting each one's needs. Respond to requests and inquiries with speed, care, and clarity. Represent Coventry with discretion, warmth, and professionalism. Bookkeeping for Family Entities This role manages bookkeeping for assigned family-owned business entities, and this position will spend most of its time on Smitty & Pearl's. Record daily sales, cash receipts, credit card activity, discounts, tips, taxes, and other transactions from the point-of-sale system. Reconcile cash drawers, bank deposits, credit card settlements, delivery-platform receipts, and sales reports; investigate discrepancies promptly. Process vendor invoices, code expenses, prepare payments, and maintain accurate accounts payable records. Maintain payroll records, timekeeping data, tip allocations, deductions, and supporting documentation in coordination with management or the payroll provider. Reconcile bank, credit card, and general ledger accounts on a regular schedule. Track food, beverage, labor, and operating costs; assist with inventory reconciliations and cost-of-goods-sold reporting. Prepare routine financial reports, including profit-and-loss statements, cash summaries, payables, and budget-to-actual comparisons. Maintain organized digital and paper records for invoices, receipts, deposits, payroll, tax filings, licenses, and audits. Support sales tax, payroll tax, and other required filings by providing complete and accurate records to the appropriate provider or accountant. Protect confidential employee, vendor, and financial information and follow established internal controls. Communicate payment issues, unusual variances, cash shortages, and missing documentation to management. Assist the Director of Operations, owner, or external accountant with month-end and year- end close activities. Review and reconcile monthly statements from third-party financial institutions, investment accounts, and brokers for assigned entities. Manage the preparation of financial forecasts and budgets for assigned entities. Provide all necessary financial records and documentation to external tax preparers in coordination with the Financial Manager. Develop, maintain, and stay true to sound fiscal policies created to guide these entities. Tax Preparation Coordination Coordinate with Bernard Robinson & Co. and other external tax preparers to provide necessary financial records and documentation for assigned entities. Ensure all financial records are maintained in a manner that supports accurate and efficient tax preparation. Respond to tax preparer inquiries and assist in resolving discrepancies, in coordination with the Financial Manager. Collaboration, Cross-Coverage & Team Coventry's finance team operates as a true team. Offices are close. Knowledge is shared. When one person is out, the other can hold things together. Ensure the Financial Manager stays current on this full scope so they can manage assigned entity bookkeeping during an absence. Participate in regular team check-ins and collaborative planning with the Financial Manager and the CEO. Cross-train proactively — team members should be able to answer the other's phone, find the other's files, and keep things moving. General Participate in financial analysis or special projects for individual family members and/or Trustees, as needed. Work closely with CIBC on financial reports for the family and associated entities, as applicable. Assist in the preparation of the Annual Family Retreat and regular Board, Advisor, and Committee meetings, as needed. Help create, evaluate, and revise the fiscal policies that govern Coventry's own work, and follow them in practice. Compensation & Benefits Salary commensurate with experience ($65,000-$90,000) All federal holidays paid, plus unlimited PTO (taken in conversation with the CEO) Continuing education budget 401(k) match program Health insurance Office at Congdon Yards with some opportunities for hybrid work Real opportunity to grow into more complex accounting — we invest in our people

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Ability to

Commute:

High Point, NC 27262 (Preferred)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in High Point, NC 27262