Senior Accounting Analyst - Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid or in-person work options

Job summary

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams is seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst to join our Finance and Accounting team in Columbus. You will own lease accounting (ASC 842), fixed asset management, and month-end close while partnering with Operations, Real Estate, and Finance groups to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The role requires 3–5+ years of accounting experience, a strong GAAP background, and proficiency with Excel and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP; ASC 842 lease accounting preferred.
• Experience with fixed asset accounting and monthly close.
• Strong Excel skills and ERP/accounting systems experience.
• CPA or public accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lease Accounting (ASC 842): Own lease accounting activities, including right-of-use assets, lease liabilities, new lease agreements, modifications, and monthly reconciliations in accordance with ASC 842.
• Fixed Asset Accounting: Manage fixed asset additions, disposals, depreciation, capital expenditures, and related balance sheet reconciliations.
• Month-End Close: Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Financial Analysis: Analyze monthly financial results, investigate variances, and provide insights to support business decisions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Operations, Real Estate, and Finance teams to ensure accurate accounting for new locations, capital projects, and lease transactions.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting efficiency.
• Audit & Compliance: Support annual audits, financial reporting requirements, and compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Franchise Accounting: Manage franchise-related accounting activities, including royalty and fee revenue recognition, franchise receivables and account reconciliations

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams is seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst to join our Finance and Accounting team in Columbus. You will own lease accounting (ASC 842), fixed asset management, and month-end close while partnering with Operations, Real Estate, and Finance groups to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The role requires 3–5+ years of accounting experience, a strong GAAP background, and proficiency with Excel and ERP systems.