SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (HYBRID)

Job Description

Job Description

 

Position Title: SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (HYBRID)  

 

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.

 

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email View email address on us.fitly.work. 

 

Job Summary

Compass Group, the world’s leading contract foodservice company, has a Great Opportunity for career development and growth here at its North America headquarters in Charlotte, NC as a Sr. Accountant, Contracts.

Explore an exciting accounting opportunity with us! Join our team to oversee contract reviews, ensure compliance, and maintain precise financial records. Collaborate cross-functionally, lead process enhancements, and mentor colleagues. Requirements include a degree in Accounting or Finance, 3+ years of experience, contract interpretation skills, proficiency in Excel and SAP, strong leadership capabilities, and a positive demeanor. Let's drive excellence together!

Responsibilities:

• Review contracts to identify and interpret complex financial obligations
• Ensure compliance to contract terms and commitments including, commissions, volume allowances, profit splits etc.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, payments, and reconciliations for such contractual obligations
• Ensure accounting conforms to the Group Accounting Policies and Procedures manual based on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Ensure monthly profit and loss statements are an accurate reflection of the results of the period
• Prevent earnings management through appropriate use and validation of journal entries
• Partner with internal departments such as Corporate Accounting, Legal, Technical Accounting & Audit, STG, etc., as well as Field Finance and Operations management
• Ensure balance sheet accounts reflect the correct balance and are reviewed and reconciled monthly
• Analyze profit and loss statement and balance sheet for possible mis- statement/defalcation Use all available tools to maintain highest degree of internal control possible
• Drive, create, and implement new processes and strive to identify and implement process improvements for existing procedures
• Create and maintain checklists to ensure compliance with contractual terms
• Be a leader in the department, assist peers, and act as a mentor to new or existing Field Accounting associates

Qualifications:

• Four-year degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum three years full general ledger or contractual accounting experience
• Ability to work under pressure of tight deadlines
• Must be a quick learner and self-motivated, as well as resilient
• Experience with contract interpretation is a plus
• Proficient knowledge of Excel, SAP a plus
• Experience with Hyperion/Essbase a plus
• Relationship builder that is able to effectively communicate, written and verbally, with all levels of associates across the organization

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: 1572449

Compass Corporate 

Courtney E Sink 

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