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STAFF ACCOUNTANT (HYBRID)

Compass Group USA, Charlotte, NC, United States


As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award‑winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation.

Job Summary
Compass Group, the world’s leading contract foodservice company, offers a great opportunity for career development and growth at its North America headquarters in Charlotte, NC, as a Staff Accountant within the Field Accounting Department.

Responsibilities

Review client and/or 3rd party contracts to identify and interpret financial obligations

Ensure compliance to contract terms and commitments including commissions, volume allowances, profit splits, etc.

Prepare monthly journal entries, payments, and reconciliations for contractual obligations

Ensure accounting conforms to the Group Accounting Policies and Procedures manual based on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Ensure monthly profit and loss statements accurately reflect the results of the period

Prevent earnings management through appropriate use and validation of journal entries

Partner with internal departments such as Corporate Accounting, Legal, Technical Accounting & Audit, STG, as well as Field Finance and Operations management

Ensure balance sheet accounts reflect the correct balance and are reviewed and reconciled monthly

Analyze profit and loss statement and balance sheet for possible misstatement/defalcation and use all available tools to maintain the highest degree of internal control

Create and maintain checklists to ensure compliance with contractual terms

Qualifications

Four‑year degree in Accounting or Finance

Minimum one‑year full general ledger accounting experience

Ability to work under pressure of tight deadlines

Must be a quick learner and self‑motivated, as well as resilient

Experience with contract interpretation is a plus

Proficient knowledge of Excel, SAP, a plus

Experience with Hyperion/Essbase a plus

Relationship builder able to effectively communicate, written and verbally, with all levels of associates across the organization

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance / AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including related driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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