SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (HYBRID)

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Other Forms of Compensation: 10% Bonus Opportunity As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more. Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest. Job Summary Working as a Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing the accounting activities for assigned account(s) while partnering with the Senior Controller to support all financial operations across the region. This role requires strong collaboration with operational and finance leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and overall financial performance. This is a hybrid position with a strong preference for candidates based in Austin, TX or Nashville, TN. The selected individual will be expected to maintain a regular onsite presence, working from the office a minimum of two to three days per week to support business operations, cross-functional collaboration, and stakeholder engagement. Key Responsibilities: Perform transactional bookkeeping and accounting tasks, including preparation and posting of journal entries, general ledger allocations, and maintenance of financial records. Support core accounting functions such as monthly and quarterly close processes, including accruals, billing, account reconciliations, and detailed balance sheet and P&L reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance. Analyze financial results for both internal and external use Track, maintain, reconcile, and review monthly P/L and balance sheet activity, resolving any accounting/reconciliation issues Develop forecasts and budgets, identifying risks and opportunities Complete financial reports: monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, including but not limited to monthly and fiscal close, internal and external audit reporting; manages report preparation and distribution Execute project-based and process improvement work under the direction of management, contributing to ad hoc assignments, financial analyses, and operational efficiency initiatives. Proactively identify opportunities to improve financial workflows and processes, and communicate findings to management to support decision-making, automation efforts, and strategic finance goals. Perform related duties and special projects as assigned Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience A minimum of five (5) years of experience in financial reporting, revenue analysis, and supporting month-end close processes, with a strong understanding of general accounting practices and financial systems Ability to prepare monthly financial statements, key metric reports, budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections and analyses Adept at planning, organizing and controlling complex processes as well as analyzing moderately complex financial information Excellent verbal and written communication skills; committed and enthusiastic approach to delivering solutions to business customers Ability to multi-task between various priorities in an ever-changing environment Excellent problem-solving, process improvement, and analytical skills Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office with a concentration in Excel. SAP and S/4HANA experience a plus. Strong analytical and organizational skills Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior Collaborative - works well as a member of a team Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Personal Leave 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. 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. Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr