Accounting Manager

Job Description

As an Accounting Manager, you will oversee the financial operations of our organization, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Your primary responsibilities will include managing the accounting team, preparing financial statements, and conducting financial analysis. You will also be responsible for developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures, as well as coordinating audits and tax filings.

In this role, you will collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support decision-making processes. You will play a key role in budgeting and forecasting, as well as identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, as you will be guiding and mentoring your team to achieve departmental goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Complete accounting and reporting activities in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and prescribed accounting policies and/or the financial procedures of the organization.
• Manages a Central Accounting team that will provide oversight and standardization of certain tasks across the portfolio.
• Oversee certain Key Controls from a SOX perspective (i.e. medical insurance, Risk Insurance and 401k/SIRP)
• Manages the accounting function by supervising daily, weekly and monthly data entry activities.
• Review general ledger accounts to ensure that activity complies with company policies and procedures and that balances are accurately stated.
• Provides leadership and opportunities for professional growth and development for the team.
• Ensure deadlines for month-end close and financial reporting requirements are met and all accounting and reporting activities are performed in accordance with the accounting policies and/or the financial procedures of the organization.
• Preparation of standard reporting templates and packages are completed accurately and timely.
• Provide documentation and support to internal and external auditors.
• The job profile does not contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Job duties, responsibilities and activates may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Review newly executed contracts/amendments to validate that financial systems are set up appropriately.
• Ensure that new opening packages and closing packages are accurate and completed in a timely manner.
• Participate in ad hoc special projects by supporting management and the project team in various tasks
• At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. To meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required
• 4-8 years of progressive accounting management experience required.
• MBA or CPA is strongly preferred.
• Prior audit experience or experience dealing with external auditors is highly desirable
• Ability to manage and motivate a team in an ever-evolving environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with various levels of management and to influence others without formal authority.
• Strong analytical abilities and organizational skills are essential to success in this position.
• Experience with and knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications as well as Aramark financial systems is required.

Benefits

COMPENSATION: The hourly rate or salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia