Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant — Normal, IL

$50,000-$60,000/year, plus bonus. Full benefits, paid time off, and a clear path to grow with a 100+ store group.

At Premium Loaves, we move fast, execute flawlessly, and take care of our people — just like we do our sandwiches. We’re looking for a Staff Accountant to keep our books accurate, our vendors on track, and our stores supported as we continue to grow. This is for a leader who takes ownership, is eager to learn, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What you’ll own

General Accounting & Month-End Close

• Perform general accounting functions, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and account analysis.
• Assist with period-end and month-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain supporting schedules, reconciliations, and documentation for financial statements.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and vendor inquiries.

Store & Vendor Support

• Provide store-level vendor support and issue resolution, serving as a resource for stores regarding vendor accounts, invoices, pricing, billing issues, credits, and other vendor-related concerns.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to research and resolve issues in a timely manner and ensure accurate billing and service.

New Store Openings & Acquisitions

• Support new store openings and acquisitions by coordinating accounting and vendor setup activities.
• Establish and maintain vendor accounts for new locations, including utilities/electric, food suppliers, uniforms/aprons, credit card processing, and other operational vendors.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to obtain required documentation, establish accounts, confirm pricing and terms, and ensure vendors are ready for new store openings.
• Support accounting setup and implementation activities related to new stores and acquisitions.

Point-of-Sale (POS) Pricing

• Assist with pricing updates and maintenance within the point-of-sale (POS) system.
• Coordinate and validate POS pricing changes to ensure pricing is accurate and properly reflected in sales and financial reporting.

Reporting & Analytics

• Support financial reporting, dashboards, and analytics by gathering, analyzing, and validating financial and operational data.
• Assist with variance analysis and provide reporting to management to support business decisions.
• Support reporting and analytics initiatives, including maintaining dashboards, preparing recurring reports, and assisting with ad hoc financial analysis.
• Assist with financial data integrity across accounting, POS, and other operational systems.

Cost Savings

• Support cost savings initiatives by analyzing vendor spend, identifying cost-reduction opportunities, and researching opportunities for improved pricing, terms, rebates, and efficiencies.
• Partner with Operations to identify and implement vendor savings opportunities while maintaining service levels and product quality.

Process Improvement & Collaboration

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, systems, and automation.
• Collaborate with Operations and other departments to support accurate financial information and successful new store openings.
• Perform other accounting and financial duties as assigned.

What you need

• 18 or older
• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree in Accounting, or a related field is preferred
• Takes ownership and accountability for their work
• Is curious, eager to learn, and willing to ask questions
• Pay attention to detail while understanding the bigger picture
• Is comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Looks for ways to improve processes, increase efficiency, and solve problems
• Has a cost-conscious mindset and looks for opportunities to create value and reduce expenses
• Communicates clearly and works well with stores, vendors, and internal teams
• Is adaptable and comfortable supporting a growing organization
• Can manage multiple priorities and follow through on commitments
• Brings a positive, team-oriented attitude and is willing to jump in wherever needed

Pay and benefits

• 50,000-$60,000/year
• Bonus pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off

Where this goes
Many of our store and corporate leaders started in entry-level roles and advanced through performance. With 100+ stores across eight states and active growth, there's real room to move up — into multi-unit and corporate leadership.

About us: This franchisee is an affiliate of several entities that independently own and operate Jimmy John's locations. Based in Illinois, we operate 100+ stores across Colorado, Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Wisconsin, and Washington, and we're still growing.

Ready to lead? Apply today — we review applications daily.