Senior Accounting Analyst

Jenis Splendid Ice Creams LLC. • Columbus, OH

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst for its Finance and Accounting team. Based in Columbus, the role reports directly to the Controller. The company is looking for a self-motivated problem solver with a continuous-improvement mindset who can independently lead projects and contribute quickly while developing their career in a home-town atmosphere with big-company learning exposure.

The analyst will own lease accounting under ASC 842, manage fixed asset accounting, and support the month-end close and timely, accurate financial reporting. The role also analyzes monthly financial results, collaborates with Operations, Real Estate, and Finance on new locations, capital projects, and lease transactions, and identifies process and internal-control improvements. Additional responsibilities include supporting audits and U.S. GAAP compliance and managing franchise accounting activities, including royalty and fee revenue recognition, receivables, and reconciliations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience with fixed asset accounting, account reconciliations, and monthly financial close.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP or accounting systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ASC 842 lease accounting.
• CPA or public accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Own lease accounting activities under ASC 842, including right-of-use assets, lease liabilities, new lease agreements, modifications, and monthly reconciliations.
• Manage fixed asset additions, disposals, depreciation, capital expenditures, and related balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for the month-end close.
• Analyze monthly financial results, investigate variances, and provide insights to support business decisions.
• Partner with Operations, Real Estate, and Finance on accounting for new locations, capital projects, and lease transactions.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting efficiency.
• Support annual audits, financial reporting requirements, and compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Manage franchise accounting, including royalty and fee revenue recognition, franchise receivables, and account reconciliations.

Benefits

• A one-month paid sabbatical after 3 years of continuous service.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Competitive pay, paid time off, and holidays.
• A 4% match on 401(k) contributions after 3 months of employment.
• An annual paid day to volunteer for a non-profit organization that matters to you.
• A 50% discount at Jeni’s Scoop Shops and online.
• Hybrid work environment, with work from home on Mondays and Fridays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior