Job Description
Company Description
We live for the day when ACE is the employer, franchisor and brand of choice. We strive to create genuine and lasting relationships where everyone connects, contributes and thrives. We are looking for bright, kind and goal-oriented people to join our team and help us achieve our vision.
Job Description
The Corporate Accounting Manager is responsible for performing various accounting duties, including managing the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, overseeing franchise and corporate accounting tasks. Adheres to general accounting practices (GAAP) for revenue, expenses and receivables. Acts as a primary resource for store operations and third-party vendors such as businesses, catering companies. Resolves inquiries from field and corporate management, providing accounting guidance, implementing and maintaining accounting systems, and conducting various ad-hoc projects as directed.
You'll be excited about this opportunity because you will...
• Prepare, review, and approve select journal entries and account reconciliations and maintains chart of accounts.
• Perform bank activities and weekly reconciliations.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly and annual financial statements.
• Complete month-end and year-end closing activities,
• Prepare tax filings for 27+ states and ensures compliance with all state requirements.
• Oversee internal, tax and 401k audits.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and support to the accounting team (Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and store operations.
• Analyze account information and ensures prompt and accurate data reconciliations. Serve as the main point of contact for external and internal customers. Prepare ad hoc reports and provides report data with status updates to CFO and Executive Vice President.
• Support the entire accounting department, by preparing and posting journal entries to the general ledger. Support cash and credit card reconciliations, leveraging bank deposit information and franchisee data
• Prepare complex general ledger account reconciliations and analysis for receivable accounts as well as other accounts used to track sales and payment activity. Identify, research, and evaluate activity for inaccuracies, and initiates adjustments as needed.
• Work with external customers (franchisees and vendors) for invoicing, collections, dispute resolution, and account correspondence.
• Monitor and provide reporting on late cash deposits, providing advice to the field on remediation and escalates issues as necessary. Verify and maintain accurate company and franchise store counts for year over year comparisons.
• Minimize risk to the company by managing appropriate insurance coverages (including workers comp, liability insurance, etc.)
Qualifications
We're excited about you because you have...
• A Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• CPA is preferred.
• 5+ years of related experience in general ledger accounting, AP, AR and monthly financial closing in grocery or with a “big box” retailer.
• 3+ year’s experience working in franchise accounting is preferred.
• 3+ year’s experience managing an accounting department.
• Strong knowledge of ERP and accounting software systems. Prior experience working in Intacct and FranConnect systems is a plus!
• Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel (sorting/filtering spreadsheets).
• A strong attention to detail, along with the ability to discover potential risks for our company.
• Manage time and multiple priorities effectively.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with the team and external customers.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Worked independently with a high degree of discretion and confidentiality.
Additional Information
You’ll love working here because we...
• Are a successful, fast-growing company with a start-up work vibe.
• Offer competitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits.
• Are forward-thinking, redefining our business for the next generation.
• Are passionate about our employees, our franchisees, their employees and consumers—we live and breathe the Customer Experience.
• Have a leadership team that wants to do the right thing and is open to new ideas.
We live for the day when ACE is the employer, franchisor and brand of choice. We strive to create genuine and lasting relationships where everyone connects, contributes and thrives. We are looking for bright, kind and goal-oriented people to join our team and help us achieve our vision.
Job Description
The Corporate Accounting Manager is responsible for performing various accounting duties, including managing the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, overseeing franchise and corporate accounting tasks. Adheres to general accounting practices (GAAP) for revenue, expenses and receivables. Acts as a primary resource for store operations and third-party vendors such as businesses, catering companies. Resolves inquiries from field and corporate management, providing accounting guidance, implementing and maintaining accounting systems, and conducting various ad-hoc projects as directed.
You'll be excited about this opportunity because you will...
• Prepare, review, and approve select journal entries and account reconciliations and maintains chart of accounts.
• Perform bank activities and weekly reconciliations.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly and annual financial statements.
• Complete month-end and year-end closing activities,
• Prepare tax filings for 27+ states and ensures compliance with all state requirements.
• Oversee internal, tax and 401k audits.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and support to the accounting team (Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and store operations.
• Analyze account information and ensures prompt and accurate data reconciliations. Serve as the main point of contact for external and internal customers. Prepare ad hoc reports and provides report data with status updates to CFO and Executive Vice President.
• Support the entire accounting department, by preparing and posting journal entries to the general ledger. Support cash and credit card reconciliations, leveraging bank deposit information and franchisee data
• Prepare complex general ledger account reconciliations and analysis for receivable accounts as well as other accounts used to track sales and payment activity. Identify, research, and evaluate activity for inaccuracies, and initiates adjustments as needed.
• Work with external customers (franchisees and vendors) for invoicing, collections, dispute resolution, and account correspondence.
• Monitor and provide reporting on late cash deposits, providing advice to the field on remediation and escalates issues as necessary. Verify and maintain accurate company and franchise store counts for year over year comparisons.
• Minimize risk to the company by managing appropriate insurance coverages (including workers comp, liability insurance, etc.)
Qualifications
We're excited about you because you have...
• A Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• CPA is preferred.
• 5+ years of related experience in general ledger accounting, AP, AR and monthly financial closing in grocery or with a “big box” retailer.
• 3+ year’s experience working in franchise accounting is preferred.
• 3+ year’s experience managing an accounting department.
• Strong knowledge of ERP and accounting software systems. Prior experience working in Intacct and FranConnect systems is a plus!
• Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel (sorting/filtering spreadsheets).
• A strong attention to detail, along with the ability to discover potential risks for our company.
• Manage time and multiple priorities effectively.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with the team and external customers.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Worked independently with a high degree of discretion and confidentiality.
Additional Information
You’ll love working here because we...
• Are a successful, fast-growing company with a start-up work vibe.
• Offer competitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits.
• Are forward-thinking, redefining our business for the next generation.
• Are passionate about our employees, our franchisees, their employees and consumers—we live and breathe the Customer Experience.
• Have a leadership team that wants to do the right thing and is open to new ideas.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Corporate Accounting Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Los Alamos offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
