Accounting Process Improvement Analyst

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kreme’s focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founder’s original recipe. The brand’s iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts are being made in the shop so they can stop in and enjoy them hot, right off the line. Krispy Kreme’s Accounting Process Improvement Analyst will play a key role in driving operational excellence across the accounting organization. This individual will partner closely with Accounting, Finance, IT, and cross-functional teams to identify process gaps, implement best practices, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This role will be responsible for analyzing, optimizing, and standardizing accounting processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, internal controls, and compliance, while helping reduce manual effort and support scalable growth. A TASTE OF WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: Accounting Process Analysis & Optimization Analyze accounting and business processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, control gaps, and opportunities for improvement. Evaluate current-state processes and design future-state workflows that improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Partner with process owners to assess challenges and recommend practical solutions that enhance operational performance. Automation & Systems Enhancement Identify opportunities to automate manual accounting activities and improve workflow efficiency. Support implementation, enhancement, integration, and optimization of ERP system, financial applications, and reporting tools. Collaborate with Accounting, Finance, IT, and other stakeholders to ensure solutions are aligned with business needs and objectives. Compliance & Controls Ensure process improvement initiatives maintain or strengthen internal controls and compliance requirements. Support development of sustainable processes that improve auditability, transparency, and accountability. Project Management & Change Leadership Manage multiple process improvement projects simultaneously, tracking milestones, deliverables, dependencies and risks. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful implementation and adoption of process improvements. Data Analytics & Performance Measurement Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support decision-making and continuous improvement efforts. Quantify the impact of process inefficiencies and track realized benefits from implemented solutions. YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS: 3+ years of relevant experience BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or Business. MBA, CPA, and/or process improvement certification (Lean, Six Sigma, PMP) is a plus. Strong understanding of accounting processes including close, accruals, reconciliations, and reporting Experience with ERP or financial systems, reporting tools, and automation solutions is preferred Experience supporting project management activities, including planning, tracking milestones, managing deliverables, and coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities Shows strong organization and prioritization abilities Is comfortable operating in evolving environments Brings a continuous improvement mindset Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence accounting, technical, and non-technical stakeholders *The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. The official job description will be provided during the application/interview process. BENEFITS Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance)? Employee discount program 401K plan Generous PTO Plan Company events Education Reimbursement Adoption Assistance Life Insurance FSA/HSA Plans Pet Insurance Learn more at WHY KRISPY KREME? At Krispy Kreme, we focus on: Loving People: Our global culture is best captured by our Leadership Mix, a dozen behaviors that define how we work with one another across the world and give back to our communities. Check out our leadership mix here. Belonging happens once each Krispy Kremer knows their bold authentic self is welcomed, dignified, and loved, where their wonderfully original identities flourish and thrive. Loving Communities: At Krispy Kreme, sharing joy is at the center of everything we do, and we strive to inspire this in our communities. Our brand purpose truly shines through our Acts of Joy and community fundraising initiatives. In the U.S., we have been donating unsold doughnuts to local food banks, with a goal of bringing a smile to our consumers as they enjoy a small, sweet treat. We partner with Feeding America and Convoy of Hope, who in turn partner with organizations nationwide to distribute donations to people in need through diverse types of programs and services. In 2022, we helped community groups raise $40 million globally. Last year in the U.S., we supported more than 83,000 fundraising events, raising nearly $37 million. Loving Planet: We have been conducting a multi-year global GHG emissions assessment to establish an emissions baseline, using this foundation to soon set goals for greenhouse gas emission reductions. We are working on reducing food waste through donation efforts, animal feed, and composting programs. Krispy Kreme is an Equal Opportunity Employer: At Krispy Kreme, we believe that your originality sweetens our recipe. We value the diverse ingredients of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, gender, intersex, or veteran status of every individual. We strive for an inclusive culture that allows each of our peeps to bring their bold authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. About Krispy Kreme Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world. Our iconic Original Glazed® doughnut is universally recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Krispy Kreme operates in more than 35 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with leading retailers, and a rapidly growing Ecommerce and delivery business with more than 14,000 fresh points of access. Our purpose of touching and enhancing lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme guides how we operate every day and is reflected in the love we have for our people, our communities and the planet. Connect with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts at or on one of its many social media channels, including and #J-18808-Ljbffr krispy