5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle month-end close
1+ year of experience reviewing others' work or leading close tasks
Multi-unit restaurant, QSR, franchise or retail experience highly preferred
Experience with multi-entity accounting and intercompany transactions preferred
Experience with R365 or similar restaurant ERP preferred
Strong Microsoft Office experience required
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate assigned portions of the month-end close
Review journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations prepared by team members
Prepare complex journal entries and financial statements for multiple entities
Reconcile and review balance sheet accounts, including bank and credit card accounts
Identify control gaps and recommend process improvements
Train, mentor, and review the work of Staff Accountants
Act as backup to the Accounting Manager and support special projects
Benefits
Medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages
401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%, eligible at 90 days
Paid time off (PTO)
Cell phone reimbursement
Full Job Description
Senior Accountant II / Accounting Supervisor
Position Overview
We are looking for a Senior Accountant II / Accounting Supervisor to own key parts of the monthly close and serve as the first point of review for our accounting team. This role sits between Senior Accountant and Accounting Manager: you will still do hands-on accounting for store revenue, expenses, inventory and balance sheet reconciliations, while also reviewing the work of others, improving processes and supporting the Controller.
The ideal candidate is a strong technical accountant who enjoys a fast-paced, multi-unit quick-service restaurant (QSR) environment, takes ownership of results and is ready to grow into a management role.
Summary of Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following.
Month-end close and financial reporting
Lead and coordinate assigned portions of the month-end close, including maintaining the close calendar and checklist and tracking deadlines
Review journal entries, accruals, prepaids and reconciliations prepared by Staff and Senior Accountants before posting
Prepare complex journal entries, accruals and prepaids
Perform P&L review and variance analysis by store, region and entity, and explain significant fluctuations to management
Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for multiple entities, including intercompany activity and eliminations
Reconciliations and controls
Reconcile and review balance sheet accounts, including bank, credit card and intercompany accounts
Oversee review of POS transactions and reconciliation of POS system reports to vendor settlement statements
Oversee review and reconciliation of food delivery platform transactions (DoorDash, Uber Eats, Olo, ezCater) and credit card settlements
Identify control gaps and recommend and implement process improvements and internal controls
Restaurant operations accounting
Account for store revenue, expenses and inventory, including food cost and cost of goods sold analysis
Review payroll entries and labor cost reporting
Maintain the fixed asset schedule, including new store builds, remodels, depreciation and disposals
Set up new locations and GL accounts in R365 and maintain the chart of accounts
Tax, audit and compliance
Prepare or review sales tax and property tax filings across all locations
Serve as a primary point of contact for the annual audit; prepare PBC schedules and respond to auditor requests
Support lease accounting and other GAAP technical matters
Leadership and team support
Train, mentor and review the work of Staff Accountants and AP/AR team members
Act as backup to the Accounting Manager and answer escalated questions from the team and store operations
Partner with Operations, HR/Payroll and leadership on special projects, budgeting and ad hoc analysis
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong, solid understanding of GAAP, including accruals, fixed assets and lease accounting
Advanced Excel skills: pivot tables, lookups (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH), SUMIFS and macros
Ability to review others' work for accuracy and give clear, constructive feedback
Thorough and detail-oriented, with sound judgment on materiality and when to escalate
Resourceful critical thinker with strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Can work independently and lead or collaborate within a team
Flexible; adjusts to changing priorities in a growing, multi-unit business
Organizes and prioritizes own and team work to meet close deadlines
Works effectively under pressure and tight schedules while producing accurate results
Effective communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, including explaining financial results to non-accounting partners
Qualifications, Education and Experience
B.S. in Accounting or Finance required
5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle month-end close
1+ year of experience reviewing others' work, leading close tasks or training staff (formal supervisory experience a plus)
Multi-unit restaurant, QSR, franchise or retail experience highly preferred
Experience with multi-entity accounting and intercompany transactions preferred
Experience with R365 (Restaurant365) or a similar restaurant ERP preferred; willing to be trained in organization software systems
Strong Microsoft Office experience required
CPA or progress toward CPA a plus
Available to work extended hours during month-end close and audit
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $100,000-$110,000 per year (exempt).
Medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages
401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%, eligible at 90 days
Paid time off (PTO)
Cell phone reimbursement
Pay Range: $100,000 - $110,000 per year
About Wingstop Inc.
Wingstop Inc. is a chain of nostalgic, aviation-themed restaurants specializing in chicken wings. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Wingstop's menu features classic and boneless wings with 11 bold, distinctive flavors including Original Hot, Cajun, Atomic, Mild, Teriyaki, Lemon Pepper, Hawaiian, Garlic Parmesan, Hickory Smoked BBQ, Louisiana Rub, and Mango Habanero. Wingstop's restaurants are designed to create a nostalgic, aviation-themed atmosphere that celebrates the love of flight. The company has over 1,500 locations worldwide.
