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SENIOR ACCOUNTING ANALYST

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services
Portland, Oregon, US
Full-time

Chartwells HE

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience.

We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions.

We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.

Job Summary

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst at Portland State University. This individual will assist with the end to end process of Electronic Accounts Payable & receivable, which will provide the opportunity to initiate communication, ensure resolution of accounting issues, and allow our teams to respond to requests and questions related to our financial projections.

To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a high level of accuracy.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Provides accounting support to the onsite management team
  • Reviews daily deposits, credit card and cash reports
  • Maintains inventory and cost control procedures
  • Assists with monthly, quarterly, annual reports, including monthly fiscal close, internal and external audit reporting, report preparation and distribution
  • Will perform basic accounting tasks such as entering invoices and sales into the general ledger system, ensuring files are complete and maintained, handles accounts receivable and payable duties
  • Analyzes financial data to maximize revenues and profits
  • Prepare operating forecasts
  • Tracks and maintains monthly P / L and balance sheet activity

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience
  • A minimum of two years of experience with revenue control and cash handling responsibilities
  • Accounting experience in foodservice or retail industry required, foodservice operations experience a plus
  • Ability to prepare monthly financial statements, key metric reports, budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections and analyses
  • Adept at planning, organizing and controlling complex processes as well as analyzing moderately complex financial information
  • Experience with sales analysis and reporting
  • Experience with POS, cash and credit card reports.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Skilled at managing multiple priorities and relationships
  • Computer skills : proficient in Microsoft Office with a concentration in Excel
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
  • Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

Salary Range : 65,000-72,000

Starting Rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to : location, education, training, and / or experience.

Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!

Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA.

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.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Benefits :
  • Medical
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance / AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site / state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Req ID : 1262774

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