Team Lead US Accounting - Grassi Franchise Services

About Grassi

Grassi is a leading US-based accounting and advisory firm with a strong national presence across multiple offices in the United States. The firm provides comprehensive services in audit, tax, advisory, and consulting, serving diverse industries including nonprofit, healthcare, real estate, manufacturing, and financial services. With a workforce of 550+ professionals, Grassi is widely recognized for its client-focused approach, technical excellence, and commitment to delivering strategic insights that help organizations achieve sustainable growth and operational efficiency.

Grassi India serves as the global capability center supporting Grassi’s international client engagements by delivering high-quality, technology-enabled solutions across advisory, audit, tax, and accounting functions. Headquartered in Indore, with a growing presence in Ahmedabad and Vadodara, Grassi India enables seamless cross-border collaboration and plays a vital role in driving innovation, scalability, and service excellence. The organization offers a dynamic and growth-oriented environment where professionals gain exposure to global projects, build specialized expertise, and develop long-term careers within a globally respected and award-winning firm.

This open position is with Grassi India. Grassi India serves as the global capability center of Grassi (USA)

About the Role

Grassi India is seeking a Team Lead – Financial Operations to manage day-to-day transactional accounting processes for U.S.-based restaurant and hospitality clients.

This role focuses on execution excellence, team supervision, and timely delivery across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, reconciliations, and financial close support. You will act as a bridge between the team and management, ensuring quality, accuracy, and adherence to U.S. GAAP.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Execution

• Manage end-to-end transactional accounting including AR, AP, and reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in line with U.S. GAAP.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules prepared by team members.

Accounts Receivable (AR) Management

• Oversee billing, cash application, and collections follow-ups.
• Monitor AR aging and ensure timely resolution of outstanding balances.
• Support revenue reconciliations and highlight discrepancies.

Accounts Payable (AP) Management

• Supervise vendor invoice processing, payments, and expense tracking.
• Ensure adherence to approval workflows and internal controls.
• Resolve vendor queries and discrepancies efficiently.

Close & Reporting Support

• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Review bank, credit card, POS, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and schedules for client review.

Client Coordination

• Act as a point of contact for routine client communication.
• Coordinate with onshore teams to ensure smooth workflow and delivery.
• Address client queries and escalate complex issues when required.

Team Supervision & Development

• Lead and supervise a team of Associates, Semi-Seniors, and Seniors.
• Allocate work, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion.
• Provide training, guidance, and performance feedback to team members.

Process Improvement & Quality Control

• Ensure adherence to SOPs and quality standards.
• Identify process gaps and suggest improvements.
• Support transition and stabilization of new processes or clients.

Qualifications & Skills

• 5–7 years of experience in transactional accounting / financial operations.
• Experience working with restaurant or hospitality clients preferred.
• Hands-on expertise in QuickBooks, Restaurant365 (R365), Xero, or similar tools.
• Prior experience in team handling or mentoring junior staff.
• Strong understanding of AR, AP, and reconciliation processes.
• Good communication skills for client and stakeholder interaction.
• Proficiency in MS Excel / Google Sheets.

You will enjoy working at Grassi India if you are looking for…

• Build a global career with Grassi through exposure to US accounting, audit, tax, and advisory while collaborating with international clients and onshore teams.
• Experience a people-first culture that promotes transparency, collaboration, flexibility, and strong work-life balance.
• Benefit from continuous learning, structured development programs, and clearly defined career growth opportunities.
• Work in a high-performance environment contributing to impactful global engagements and innovative solutions alongside an ambitious team.

Website

http://www.grassiadvisors.com

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