Senior Financial Accountant

Chipotle•Columbus, OH

10d•$67,000 - $95,500

About The Position

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone. THE OPPORTUNITY As the Senior Financial Accountant, you will own the P&L review for a large portfolio of restaurants, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all accounting entries impacting the income statement. You will be responsible for preparing, analyzing, and reconciling assigned P&L accounts, including more complex and judgment‑based areas. In this role, you will also provide guidance and mentorship to Financial Accountants, supporting their development and helping strengthen overall accounting quality and controls.

Requirements

B.A./B.S. in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills (written and verbal)
Proficiency with PC tools and the full Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills
Ability to extract, analyze, and interpret raw financial data to drive actionable recommendations
Demonstrated experience performing profitability, trend, and variance analyses
Working knowledge of planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes
Ability to clearly present financial information to stakeholders at all levels
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and accuracy when handling financial data

Responsibilities

Perform timely and accurate monthly P&L account analysis, including bank reconciliations, accounts receivable, prepaid accounts, real estate taxes, suspense accounts, international accounting and other assigned areas.
Prepare and review financial statements, including month‑end accruals, adjusting journal entries, and resolution of exceptions based on predetermined criteria.
Support Operations by producing accurate P&Ls, responding to inquiries in a timely manner, and providing training to enhance P&L understanding and financial decision‑making.
Participate in annual internal and external audits, providing documentation and support as requested.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs, special projects, or cross‑functional initiatives.