Senior Accountant

Why This Role Rocks
This is a high‑impact role for someone who thrives in data‑driven environments and enjoys ownership. You’ll lead the monthly field bonus calculation process, overseeing significant payouts and ensuring accuracy, compliance, and insight. With strong exposure to cross‑functional leaders and opportunities to drive improvements, this role blends technical accounting, financial analysis, and strategic partnership.

*This position is located on-site at the Texas Roadhouse Support Center located in Louisville, Kentucky and will work a hybrid schedule.

What’s On Your Plate

• Own the end‑to‑end monthly field bonus calculation, including validation and reconciliation of large‑scale datasets (over $17M in monthly payouts across 5K+ bonuses)

• Analyze bonus trends, variances, and key drivers to support leadership decision‑making

• Prepare ad‑hoc reporting and financial analysis for leaders and cross‑functional partners

• Partner with operations and finance teams during annual bonus plan reviews

• Lead and support bonus‑related projects, including process improvements and system enhancements

• Prepare journal entries such as accruals and reclasses impacting both the P&L and balance sheet

• Analyze month‑over‑month fluctuations in the consolidated income statement

• Complete balance sheet reconciliations related to bonuses and payroll items

• Support internal and external audit requests while maintaining strong internal controls

• Communicate clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels of the organization

• Handle confidential and sensitive financial information with discretion and professionalism

Your Recipe for Success

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• 2+ years of accounting experience with a strong track record of managing and analyzing large datasets accurately and efficiently

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with D365, Varicent, and Workday is a plus

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail

• A self‑starter mindset — comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and meeting tight deadlines

• Ability to stay calm, focused, and effective under time‑sensitive or high‑pressure situations

• Clear communicator who builds trust across teams

Why You'll Love Your Job:    

As our founder Kent Taylor said, “We’re a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks.” We believe in taking care of the whole Roadie: from professional development opportunities to a robust benefits package. Our culture is just one reason why many of our leaders started as servers, managers, and line cooks, and have grown Legendary careers with us. Here’s a taste of what we offer:  

• Best-in-class benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 100% paid maternity leave  

• Generous time off including vacation, parental, donor, and bereavement leave  

• Wellness perks like on-site personal trainers, massages, a full gym, and a registered nurse  

• Convenience services like car detailing, dry cleaning, and even spray tans  

• Financial support with 401(k), tuition reimbursement, stock units, and holiday bonuses  

• Delicious perks from Willie’s Joynt—our full-service café serving up legendary meals  

Support Center employees who meet benefit eligibility receive a comprehensive total rewards package starting the first day of the month after 31 days of employment.   

This job description includes essential functions and basic duties and is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as appropriate. This document is not a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate. 

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, or any other legally-protected status. We encourage and welcome all applicants to apply.