ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTANT (HYBRID)

Compass Group; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in foodservice is seeking an Associate Accountant to provide financial support to field operations. This hybrid role in Charlotte, NC, is perfect for recent graduates with a strong GPA and customer service experience. You'll train operators on financial systems, ensure accurate profit and loss statements, and maintain compliance with accounting policies. Join a company that values innovation and offers a supportive environment where every individual plays a key role. If you're a self-motivated, quick learner with excellent communication skills, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Prior customer service experience is essential.
• Strong Excel skills are necessary for the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support to field operations and assist with financial information.
• Ensure monthly profit and loss statements are accurate.
• Act as a liaison between field operations and corporate functions.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Excel

SAP

Interpersonal Skills

Self-motivated

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Accounting Systems

Job description

Compass Corporate

A family of companies and experiences

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary

The primary role of the Associate Accountant is providing financial support to our field operations while providing top internal customer service and escalating appropriate items to the Field Accountants. We will consider new Accounting or Finance Graduates with a solid GPA and a prior customer service experience. This role is a hybrid role based in Charlotte, NC.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide daily support to field operations by training operators to use and understand financial information and back-office accounting systems
2. Assist with ensuring monthly profit and loss statements are an accurate reflection of the results of the period
3. Ensure assigned balance sheet accounts reflect the correct balance and are reviewed and reconciled monthly
4. Ensure accounting conforms to the Group Accounting Policies and Procedures and maintains our internal controls
5. Act as a liaison between field operations and other corporate functions such as Accounts Payable, Treasury, Capital Assets and Payroll
6. Assist in meeting requirements for compliance to contract terms including operation maintenance, AR payment terms, monthly fees, balance sheet review (Imprest Funds, Inventory, Entitlement Accruals, etc.)
7. Liaise with the Field Accounting Contract Team to ensure compliance to contract terms and commitments including investments, commissions, profit splits etc.
8. Maintain accurate contact information on all field internal customers
9. Create and maintain task list items for all operations
10. Validate field requests and prepare journal entries as needed
11. Assist Staff Accountants and perform other accounting tasks as needed
12. Identify best practices within the role and strive to improve processes and efficiencies
13. Contribute to the development of the New Business Field Accounting Strategies and Initiatives

Qualifications:

1. Four-year degree in Accounting or Finance
2. Accounting internship and prior customer service experience
3. Excellent customer service skills
4. Good communication skills, verbal and written
5. Proficient knowledge of Excel
6. Ability to work under pressure of tight deadlines
7. Must be a quick learner and self-motivated
8. SAP experience a plus
9. Self-starter a must!
10. Positive attitude
11. Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to effectively communicate with associates and customers, as well as various levels of management

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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Benefits:

1. Medical
2. Dental
3. Vision
4. Life Insurance/ AD
5. Disability Insurance
6. Retirement Plan
7. Paid Time Off
8. Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
9. Associate Shopping Program
10. Health and Wellness Programs
11. Discount Marketplace
12. Identity Theft Protection
13. Pet Insurance
14. Commuter Benefits
15. Employee Assistance Program
16. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Req ID: 1390708

Compass Corporate

Julia Vogel

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