SENIOR DEVELOPER, BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE & PROJECTS (CHARLOTTE, NC)

Job Description

Job Description

A family of companies and experiences

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary

Compass Group, the world's leading contract foodservice company, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Developer within the Accounting Services Business Intelligence & Projects (BIP) organization. The Senior Developer plays a dynamic role in driving innovation across Accounting Services by designing, developing, and supporting intelligent business solutions that improve operational efficiency, strengthen financial controls, and enhance the accounting close process. This position combines modern application development, business process automation, analytics, artificial intelligence, and financial systems expertise to deliver scalable technology solutions. Working closely with Accounting Services leaders and business partners, this role develops modern applications, automation, reporting, integrations, and AI-enabled solutions. This position is well suited for an individual who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working across multiple business functions and technology platforms, and demonstrates the flexibility to adapt to changing business needs, evolving priorities, and strategic objectives.

Solution Design & Development

· Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain business applications, automation solutions, reports, dashboards, and system integrations supporting Accounting Services.

· Analyze business processes and translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.

· Collaborate with business partners to manage projects, define scope, estimate effort, document milestones, manage technical deliverables, and support successful project execution.

· Modernize existing applications and participate in all phases of the BIP project delivery methodology.

· Utilize Azure DevOps and Agile methodologies.

AI & Intelligent Automation

· Evaluate opportunities to leverage AI and intelligent automation.

· Develop AI-enabled workflow automation using Microsoft AI capabilities and approved AI technologies.

· Research emerging AI capabilities and recommend business use cases.

Operational Excellence

· Support critical applications through troubleshooting and lifecycle management.

· Maintain automation supporting month-end close, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance.

· Balance multiple concurrent projects, operational support activities, and changing business priorities.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

· Modernize legacy applications and recommend new technologies.

· Demonstrate flexibility by supporting multiple Accounting Services functions, business processes, and technology platforms while adapting to evolving business needs and strategic priorities.

Business Partnership

· Develop trusted relationships with stakeholders.

· Communicate technical concepts effectively.

· Support cross-functional initiatives.

Technology Environment

· Enterprise: SAP, BlackLine, Oracle Essbase.

· Microsoft: Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, SharePoint, Forms, Teams.

· Development: Python, SQL Server, SSMS, Azure DevOps, GitHub, ETL/ELT, APIs.

· AI: Azure AI Foundry, AI Builder, Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT.

Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.

· Minimum five years of professional application development experience.

· Experience supporting accounting or finance operations preferred.

· Strong experience designing, developing, and supporting business applications and automation solutions.

· Advanced SQL and Power Platform experience.

· Experience with SAP preferred; ReconArt or BlackLine preferred.

Professional Competencies

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Strong communication and business partnership skills.

· Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and technologies.

· Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Success Profile

· Deliver scalable technology solutions.

· Leverage automation and AI to improve business outcomes.

· Build trusted partnerships.

· Balance innovation with operational stability.

Apply to Compass Group today!

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:  

Req ID: 1549823

Compass Corporate 

Julia Vogel 

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