Senior Technical Accountant

Little Caesars Pizza•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for applying generally acceptable accounting principles (US GAAP) to provide guidance to cores areas of the Company’s accounting function, including close and consolidation, general ledger, intercompany accounting, internal controls, external audits, technical accounting, and financial reporting. Through controls and regular performance analysis, ensures the quality and accuracy of financial management throughout the organization. You will partner with cross-functional and related party teams to ensure that appropriate accounting principles are applied accurately and consistently.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
CPA and demonstrated knowledge of US GAAP
Financial Statement Preparation/Technical Accounting Research
Demonstrated Technical accounting knowledge and application
3-5 years of experience in accounting, auditing or finance.
Strong working knowledge of intercompany accounting and eliminations.
Evidence of well-developed interpersonal skills, and sound judgment.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Capable of communicating with a diverse range of individuals.
Demonstrated project management skills.
Evidence of a successful track record with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple time-sensitive priorities with a results-oriented approach.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team or independent environment.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with multiple levels in the company.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a role with a QSR or a similar (franchise) environment.
Public accounting/auditing experience
Proficient in Oracle or similar financial accounting and consolidation system.

Responsibilities

Assist in the execution of accounting close and consolidation, ensuring timely and accurate accounting over all aspects of the general ledger
Manage intercompany and ensure all intercompany transactions are correctly recorded and eliminated
Prepare financial statements for Little Caesar Enterprises, Inc. (LCE) leadership and Business Unit Reviews (BUR).
Liaise with external auditors to ensure smooth audit process
Prepare quarterly and annual GAAP financial statements.
Work closely with Oracle financial system team to assist in continual improvement of the accounting and reporting process.
Assist in review of internal accounting controls, including ongoing collaboration with LCE compliance team and Ilitch Holdings Incorporated (IHI) internal audit.
Research and provide recommendations on new and/or complex accounting transactions.
Ensure consistent application of account standards
Ensure compliance with GAAP accounting and implementation of new pronouncements impacting the accounting and financial reporting of LCE, Little Caesars Supply Chain, and Little Caesars Fundraising (LCF).
Provide financial counsel, advice, and knowledge internally at all levels when evaluating potential decisions that may have a significant impact on the business.
Assist in the analysis of information to offer insights on business processes.
Participate in the creation, modification, documentation of the implementation of accounting and accounting control/auditing procedures and processes.
Coordinate with IHI tax team to assist in the analysis of tax matters impacting the Company’s financial reporting
Other duties as assigned.