Benefits and Perks:
401K with company match
Health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision
HSA with company match
Earned Wage Access, Instant Pay Card
Ancillary benefits including STD, LTD, and Life insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
FREE lunch at local brand-related restaurants
PerkSpot corporate nationwide discount program
And much more!
Summary: As the Accounting Manager, reporting to our Corporate Controller, you will play a critical role in overseeing financial operations related to multiple brands. You will have full P&L and balance sheet responsibility. We are looking for a hands-on accountant, preferably with a CPA designation, who can effectively account for multiple entities and contribute to the continuous improvement of our financial systems and reporting.
Sun Holdings provides world-class franchise management services to the franchise ownership teams of some of America’s most popular restaurants. Brands serviced include over 1,200 Applebee’s, Arby's, Burger King, Cantina Laredo, Golden Corral, Freebirds World Burrito, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno and Uncle Julio's locations in 35 States. The collective portfolio of brands we provide franchise management services to makes up one of the largest franchisee organizations in the U.S.
This position is located onsite Monday through Friday at our corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas, where our engaging and collaborative culture helped earn us a spot on Newsweek's list of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2024. Want to learn more about who we are? Visit us at www.sunholdings.net.
Responsibilities:
Multi-unit Restaurant Accounting: Manage and oversee all aspects of accounting related to restaurant locations with several locations across multiple states with revenues of up to $200M. This includes a full income statement, balance sheet and cash flow responsibility.
Process Improvement: Identify areas for process enhancement and standardization within the accounting department. Streamline and automate accounting procedures, implement best practices, and ensure adherence to established internal controls.
Team Leadership: Lead and support a team of 5 accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to ensure a high level of productivity and accuracy.
Audit and External Relationships: Coordinate with external auditors during the annual audit process and handle other interactions with outside agencies, financial institutions, and external stakeholders.
Financial Management: Take ownership of financial aspects related to brands and subsidiaries including month-end close, financial planning, reporting, and analysis.
Multi-Entity Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in managing entries, adjustments, and financials for multiple entities. Coordinate intercompany transactions, and acquisitions, and ensure accurate consolidation of financial data.
ERP system and software: Use Sage X3 for all accounting functions and work with complex Excel spreadsheets. Find areas of process improvement and potential automation where appropriate.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
CPA Certification is preferred
Hands-on Accounting Experience: Proven experience as an active and hands-on accountant, preferably in a multi-unit or multi-entity environment.
Multi-Entity Experience: Strong understanding of managing financials and general accounting for multiple entities, including intercompany transactions and consolidation.
Process-Oriented Mindset: Ability to assess, establish, and optimize accounting processes and internal controls.
Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
Analytical and Strategic Thinking: Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic insights for decision-making.
Problem Solver: A proactive problem-solving approach, identifying challenges and proposing effective solutions.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely to stakeholders at all levels.
We at Sun Holdings are committed to delivering a rewarding experience to our customers and a stimulating career environment for our employees.
Sun Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer