Senior Manager, Accounting

The Senior Manager, Accounting, is responsible for supporting the Senior Director, Accounting, in maintaining the financial accounts of Church’s and ensuring that the appropriate processes and internal controls are in compliance to enable delivery of timely and accurate financial reports. The Senior Manager is also accountable for managing day-to-day accounting functions including outsourced accounting functions.

Position Requirements (Education, Qualifications, Experience):

• 7-10 years of detailed accounting experience (focus on operational vs. reporting).
• 2+ years in a Senior Manager, Accounting role.
• Possesses a well-rounded personal skill set (collaborative, communicates effectively, negotiates win-wins, collaborator, teachable and willing to learn and grow, flexible and possesses executive presence).
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, leaders, and colleagues (including offshore teams).
• Previous experience with Lawson (ERP) and other cloud-based ERPs for mid-sized companies.
• Previous experience with ASC 842 lease accounting using Lease Query or similar lease accounting tool (preferred).
• Ability to assist the Senior Director with interpreting and documenting our position on GAAP and other technical pronouncements.
• Previous experience in QSR or retail industries.
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent education.
• CPA certification desired.
• Prior “Big 4” experience desired.
• Must be flexible, innovative, self-motivated and a team player with an attention to detail.
• Must embody the company’s core values.
• Resilience and agility to switch priorities when required by management, while remaining positive in an environment of rapid change and significant growth.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.