ASSOC. MANAGER- KFC CANADA CONTROL

OVERVIEW : This position takes on a leadership role in managing and overseeing critical financial operations to ensure compliance, accuracy, and strategic alignment within the KFC Canada brand.

This role requires developing a deep understanding of financial systems, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Salary Range : $94,000 to $110,000 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate's location, experience, and other job-related factors.

RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and oversee the end-to-end monthly accounting close process for KFC Canada, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion.

This includes but is not limited to : ASC 606 Revenue Recognition : Administer and analyze the amortization of deferred liabilities and incentive assets, as well as the billings and recording of franchise services expenses and revenue.

GST / HST Compliance Management : Lead the monthly GST / HST filings and remittance processes, ensuring compliance with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) regulations.

Proactively address any compliance issues and stay updated on tax legislation changes to maintain compliance. Sales Reporting and Analysis : Oversee the timely and accurate reporting of monthly sales, including the creation and recording of monthly sales accruals.

Conduct in-depth analysis of aged receivables and drive effective collection strategies. Provide actionable insights to enhance the financial performance of the business.

Strategic Partnership and Transactional Oversight : Collaborate closely with the KFC Canada Finance and Development teams to stay informed on new initiatives, transactions, and incentives.

Partner with the Controller to ensure these are accounted for and documented in alignment with YUM policy and GAAP. Quarterly Sales Performance Reporting : Lead the preparation of quarterly Same Store Sales (SSS) reports, working in tandem with the KFC Canada Finance team to ensure reconciliation with internal analysis.

Provide strategic insights based on these reports to support business decision-making. Financial Reconciliation and Review : Take ownership of performing comprehensive account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews.

Clearly articulate and explain variances, ensuring that all discrepancies are addressed in a timely manner. Provide strategic recommendations based on reconciliation findings to improve financial controls.

Other Responsibilities : Additional responsibilities as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the Control team.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 5+ years of accounting or finance with a strong emphasis on tax compliance, financial reporting, and analysis Advanced knowledge of financial software and tools (e.

g., JD Edwards, Reports Now, HFM, Microsoft Suite) PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS CPA designation Yum! Brands, Inc., based in Louisville, Kentucky, and its subsidiaries franchise or operate a system of over 55,000 restaurants in more than 155 countries and territories under the company's concepts - KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and the Habit Burger Grill.

The Company's KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands are global leaders of the chicken, Mexican-style food, and pizza categories, respectively.

The Habit Burger Grill is a fast casual restaurant concept specializing in made-to-order chargrilled burgers, sandwiches and more.

In 2023, the KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands were ranked in the top five of Entrepreneur's Top Global Franchises Ranking.

In addition, in 2023 Yum! Brands was included on the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index; Forbes' list of America's Best Employers for Diversity;

and Newsweek's lists recognizing America's Most Responsible Companies, America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and America's Greatest Workplaces for Women.

In 2022, the Company was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America. As the world's largest restaurant company, we have a clear and compelling mission : to build the world's most loved, trusted, and fastest-growing restaurant brands.

The key and not-so-secret ingredient in our recipe for growth is our unrivaled culture and talent, which fuels our results.

To that end, we're looking for talented, motivated, team-oriented individuals to join us and have the opportunity be your best, have fun, make friends, and make a positive impact.

We are excited about the future growth of our brands. In fact, as a company we are opening an average of 8 restaurants a day worldwide! This growth creates endless opportunities for professional, as well as personal growth.

Customer sentiment and love for our brands is the fuel for our excitement! Taco Bell has been named one of the 10 Most Innovative Companies in the World by Fast Company.

Pizza Hut delivers more pizzas than any other pizza company in the world, KFC's still uses its 75-year-old finger-lickin' good recipe, including secret herbs and spices to hand-bread its chicken every day, and the Habit Burger Grill is looking to expand its regional footprint across the country.

Check Out Some Of Our Great Benefits (Some available at HQ locations only) Recognition based culture and unique, fun events year round 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons Onsite dining center (yes, you can eat KFC, Taco Bell or Pizza hut every day!) 2 paid days off per year to volunteer Tuition reimbursement, education benefits and scholarship opportunities Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Company paid life insurance Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, concierge Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions Discounts for life's adventures (ex : theme parks, wireless plans, etc.

Comprehensive medical, vision and dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care Grow Yourself Week which is devoted to your personal development

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