ICR Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant - Inspire Company Restaurants (ICR) Accounting supports the operational accounting functions of the ICR Accounting team. This role is responsible for executing elements of the month-end close process, including the review of ICR costs, balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and preparation of financial analyses. The Staff Accountant will also assist with quarterly and year-end requests.

This position sits within our Atlanta based Global Support Center with an expectation to be onsite 80% of the time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the month-end and quarter-end close of the general ledger, including preparation journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with US GAAP.
• Review assigned accounts and cost areas (e.g., Inventory/Cost of Goods Sold, Selling General & Administrative (SG&A), and Controllables) for accuracy and completeness and adhere to department deadlines.
• Research and explain fluctuations and variances identified by management or cross-functional partners (e.g., Finance or Operations).
• Assist in the interim and annual audit process with internal and external auditors by preparing reconciliations and financial statement disclosure support.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with an effective internal controls environment.
• Demonstrate an ownership mentality by proactively recommending solutions when accounting issues arise.
• Perform ad hoc projects and analysis as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) track preferred
• 0-3 years of accounting experience
• Prior accounting experience with ERP financial systems preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, or ABILITIES

• Ability to work collaboratively or independently while producing accurate results and meeting assigned deadlines
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth environment
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Solid understanding of accounting principles
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

DIRECT REPORTS

• None

Inspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,000 Arby's, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin', Jimmy John's, and SONIC restaurants worldwide.

We're made up of some of the world's most iconic restaurant brands, but we're much more than just a restaurant company. We're a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple-it's an experience. At Inspire, that's our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.