SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (HYBRID)

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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Req ID: 1572449

Compass Corporate

Courtney E Sink

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