FINANCIAL ANALYST (HYBRID)

Compass Group•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. 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. Join the Compass family today! great people. great services. great results. Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.Job SummaryThe Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for the coordination of the external financial statement audit serving as a resource to provide and review audit supporting documents and liaise with our external auditors. In addition to coordinating the external audit the position will assist with researching technical accounting matters and facilitating internal control reviews. This position reports to the Manager of Technical Accounting & Valuations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
CPA or in pursuance of the CPA license
1-3 years Public Accounting audit experience
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
Strong organization skills
Detail oriented with strong analytical skills, with strong risk awareness and thorough understanding of processes and controls
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work with others at various levels across multiple functions
Ability to work independently and possess strong problem solving skills

Nice To Haves

International clients experience a plus
SAP & Essbase experience a plus
Proficiency in Excel and Access
Solid knowledge of IFRS and USGAAP
Effective team player
SOX/Internal Controls experience

Responsibilities

Coordinate audit activities for the IFRS audit between external auditors and Compass departments
Interact with external auditors to resolve audit questions and issues that arise
Assist with the annual audit process for the Benefit Plans, including preparation of stand-alone financial statements
Prepare, gather, and analyze external and internal audit supporting documents
Improve current project processes to increase the accuracy, efficiency or effectiveness of daily activities and to ensure they achieve project objectives.
Continuously interact and develop strong relationships with external auditors as well as internal Compass associates to promote open and timely communication.
Support other activities completed by the Audit Services team, including audit closing presentations, management reports, etc.
Research and document technical accounting questions
Facilitate internal control reviews
Perform special projects as assigned