Staff Accountant - Royalties

Headquarters Careers At Servpro Industries • Gallatin, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant will perform daily accounting duties to administer royalties collected from our 2,400+ franchises. This will include royalty master data maintenance, royalty calculation review and analysis, royalty invoice processing and franchise support. You will Process royalties by importing data from franchises and initiating fee calculations. Review and analyze royalty data and calculations for exceptions and anomalies. Facilitate distribution of royalty invoices via franchise payment platform. Process franchise royalty report revisions in partnership with Franchise Audit. Provide franchise support for royalty reporting and payment processing, including supporting other departments in development of policies and training. Partner with Technology to plan and execute annual updates to certain aspects of royalty configuration; perform user acceptance testing of changes within related applications. Balance Accounts Receivable and Convention Allowance accounts daily; investigate and correct any discrepancies. Review and maintain Convention Allowance for each franchise, including transferring amounts due to resales, etc. Assist with annual convention activities, including preparing materials before the event and providing onsite support with event setup, attendee registration, and help desk operations. Monitor cross-functional franchise lifecycle checklists and execute related tasks. Update records into the Notes Receivable system for new franchise sales. Prepare journal entries to book new sales in accordance with ASC606 guidelines for revenue recognition. Monitor and manage Franchise Change Forms, including but not limited to electronic invoicing and validation of bank information. Be Responsible for keeping the Policy & Procedures for position accurate and up to date. Audit support – including preparation of requested documents and coordination of supporting information requested by auditors. Serve as Back-up support for any accounts receivable activities. Assist the team in documenting business processes to maintain and strengthen internal controls, as well as finding opportunities for process improvement, and implementing solutions. Assist with special accounting projects assigned.

Requirements

• Microsoft Dynamics (Great Plains) or other ERP experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel and Adobe.
• Quick Books Online experience (preferred).
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Solid data entry skills with an ability to identify numerical errors.
• Ability to provide thorough reports and documentation of multiple activities.
• Adaptability, with high reliability and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and on a team within a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language to communicate with employees, customers, and suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straightforward, and professional manner.
• Ability to exercise independent decision-making skills and judgement with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, such as Finance or Business, required.
• At least 2 years of related accounting work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Quick Books Online experience

Responsibilities

• Process royalties by importing data from franchises and initiating fee calculations.
• Review and analyze royalty data and calculations for exceptions and anomalies.
• Facilitate distribution of royalty invoices via franchise payment platform.
• Process franchise royalty report revisions in partnership with Franchise Audit.
• Provide franchise support for royalty reporting and payment processing, including supporting other departments in development of policies and training.
• Partner with Technology to plan and execute annual updates to certain aspects of royalty configuration; perform user acceptance testing of changes within related applications.
• Balance Accounts Receivable and Convention Allowance accounts daily; investigate and correct any discrepancies.
• Review and maintain Convention Allowance for each franchise, including transferring amounts due to resales, etc.
• Assist with annual convention activities, including preparing materials before the event and providing onsite support with event setup, attendee registration, and help desk operations.
• Monitor cross-functional franchise lifecycle checklists and execute related tasks.
• Update records into the Notes Receivable system for new franchise sales.
• Prepare journal entries to book new sales in accordance with ASC606 guidelines for revenue recognition.
• Monitor and manage Franchise Change Forms, including but not limited to electronic invoicing and validation of bank information.
• Keep the Policy & Procedures for position accurate and up to date.
• Provide audit support, including preparation of requested documents and coordination of supporting information requested by auditors.
• Serve as Back-up support for any accounts receivable activities.
• Assist the team in documenting business processes to maintain and strengthen internal controls, as well as finding opportunities for process improvement, and implementing solutions.
• Assist with special accounting projects assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent health benefits plan, which includes medical, vision and dental options
• 401(k) with company match
• Company profit sharing plan
• Generous paid time-off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• 2 free on-site fitness rooms
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Personal and professional development program

What This Job Offers

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