Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting & Accounting

Chipotle Mexican Grill; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Equity awards

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. in Newport Beach, CA, seeks a Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting and Accounting, to support monthly and quarterly close, consolidation, and reporting to deliver accurate statements.

You will strengthen internal controls, design documentation, and drive automation to shorten close timelines and reduce risk, while collaborating with internal and external partners in a multi-unit retail environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.

Responsibilities

• Own key components of the monthly/quarterly close process, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and ensuring accuracy per US GAAP.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and maintain audit-ready documentation.
• Prepare and review internal and external financial statements and disclosures in accordance with US GAAP and company policies.
• Maintain and enhance process documentation for SOX compliance and support audit requests.
• Drive standardization and automation of close and reporting processes using data visualization and technology.
• Collaborate with the team on special projects as needed.

Skills

US GAAP expertise

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

SOX/internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA (or CPA candidate)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As the Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting and Accounting, you will serve as a key contributor within the controllership team and be responsible for supporting monthly and quarterly financial close, consolidation, and financial reporting processes to deliver timely, accurate, financial statements and disclosures. You will strengthen internal controls by designing, executing, and documenting key internal controls and drive process improvements that streamline workflows, automate and standardize reporting, shorten close timelines, and reduce risk. You will champion a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own key components of the monthly/quarterly close process to include preparing and reviewing journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Perform and certify balance sheet account reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances and maintaining complete, audit-ready documentation.
• Prepare and review accurate, timely internal and external financial statements and disclosures in accordance with US GAAP and company policies.
• Maintain and enhance accounting and financial reporting process documentation, ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, and supporting both internal and external audit requests.
• Drive process standardization and automation by leveraging technology and data visualization to improve efficiency, accuracy, and control across the close and reporting cycle
• Collaborate with the team on special projects as needed

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) from 4-year college or university in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA (or actively pursuing a CPA) required.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting/financial reporting experience required; public accounting and/or corporate accounting in multi-unit retail/restaurant environment preferred.
• Strong US GAAP expertise and hands on experience supporting consolidations and reconciliations.
• SEC Reporting exposure preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to own month/quarter end close with audit-ready support.
• SOX and internal controls experience.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners with professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $99,000.00–$138,000.00. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on skill level, experience, and/or education. Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, vacation time, and much more. Visit https://jobs.chipotle.com/benefits for more details.

WHO WE ARE

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. With employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit WWW.CHIPOTLE.COM

Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people-first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world-class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

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