Property Accounting Manager

Bagel Brands

115d • $110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Property Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the accounting and financial reporting of all fixed assets and leases across the organization, including capital project tracking, asset capitalization, depreciation, disposals, lease accounting, and compliance with internal policies and U.S. GAAP. The manager will lead a 2+ member team that will play a critical part in supporting operational and financial decision-making by ensuring the accuracy, transparency, and integrity of PP&E and lease related data. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical accounting background and experience in overseeing a large scale property and lease portfolio.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and fixed asset accounting principles, including ASC 842
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and evolving environment
• Aptitude to bring our values to life by being guest obsessed, supporting others, taking ownership and having fun

Nice To Haves

• Experience with reporting or supporting company filings
• Experience with multi-unit restaurants and/or retail organizations
• Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
• Familiarity with capital project accounting and asset tagging systems
• Familiarity with lease accounting systems
• Experience with ERP implementations or system upgrades

Responsibilities

• Oversee the accounting lifecycle of fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, transfers, impairments, and disposals
• Manage the tracking and reporting of capital expenditures (CapEx), including project budgets, spend analysis, and variance reporting
• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset subledger to the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Collaborate with Development, Operations, and Procurement teams to monitor in-progress capital projects and validate asset readiness
• Manage the end-to-end lease accounting process in accordance with ASC 842, including the identification, classification, and measurement of leases
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and company policies related to fixed asset and lease accounting
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual PP&E and lease related journal entries and account reconciliations
• Support internal and external audits by providing schedules, documentation, and explanations for PP&E activity
• Develop and enhance policies and procedures related to fixed asset management
• Provide insights and reporting to Finance and Operations leadership on capital project performance and asset utilization
• Assist in the implementation or optimization of ERP and fixed asset management systems
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors on all PP&E and lease accounting matters
• Perform other duties as necessary

Benefits

• Eligible for annual bonus and LTI
• Amazing coffee and fantastic bagels

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees