ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTANT

Compass Group
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
2400 Yorkmont Road (Show on map)
April 15, 2024
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. Our 225,000 associates 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 Graduates with a solid GPA and a prior customer service experience. This role is a hybrid role based in Charlotte, NC. Responsibilities: * Provide daily support to field operations by training operators to use and understand financial information and back office accounting systems * Act as a liaison between field operations and other Corporate functions such as Accounts Payable, Treasury, Capital Assets and Payroll * Assist with ensuring monthly profit and loss statements are an accurate reflection of the results of the period * Ensure accounting conforms to the Group Accounting Policies and Procedures and maintains our internal controls * Assist in meeting requirements for compliance to contract terms including operation maintenance, balance sheet review (Imprest Funds, Inventory, Entitlement Accruals, etc.), and operation closures * Ensure assigned balance sheet accounts reflect the correct balance and are review and reconciled monthly * Validate field requests and prepare journal entries as needed * Create and maintain day-by-day and closing checklist for all operations * Maintain accurate contact information on all field internal customers * Identify best practices within the role and strive to improve processes and efficiencies * Perform other accounting tasks as needed Qualifications: * Two-year degree in Accounting or Business with Accounting concentration and 3+ years bookkeeping/accounting experience, full charge general ledger OR 10+ years bookkeeping/accounting experience, full charge general ledger * Excellent customer service skills * Good communication skills, verbal and written * Proficient knowledge of Excel * Ability to work under pressure of tight deadlines * Must be a quick learner and self-motivated Apply to Compass Group today! 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. Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance) Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.* Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Req ID: 964177 Compass Corporate MIRANDA CARTERET [[req_classification #accounting