Accounting Analyst
Role Overview
Sodexo is seeking an Accounting Analyst
As an Accounting Analyst, you will play a critical role in establishing and maintaining accounting policies, fiscal controls, and financial reporting processes to safeguard the organization's assets. You'll serve as a subject matter expert in your area of accounting, provide guidance to department staff, and support or lead cross-functional initiatives. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys driving process improvements and ensuring compliance.
This role will work a hybrid schedule requires three days in the office and two days from home plus ten work From anywhere days, in the U.S. only, provided annually. This is on top of vacation, holidays and personal days.
The office offers a modern, collaborative environment with free parking and on-site full-service cafeteria.
What You'll Do
- Prepare financial statements, journal entries, and general ledger reconciliations in accordance with GAAP, IFRS, and other regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate activities for the financial close cycle and ensure timely resolution of issues.
- Analyze operating and financial data, perform variance analysis, and prepare reports for senior leadership.
- Track and monitor KPIs, identify trends, and recommend actions to improve performance and efficiency.
- Lead special accounting projects, including system analysis and testing.
- Provide subject matter expertise on client and vendor contracts, accounting systems, and industry standards.
- Support internal and external audits, recommend corrective actions, and ensure compliance.
- Interpret and advise on contract terms and their impact on systems and outcomes.
- Assist with special projects, new system implementations, leadership training, and process improvements.
What We Offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management (preferred).
- 2-4 years of related accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory compliance.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to perform variance analysis and interpret KPIs.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to provide guidance to team members.
- Experience with financial systems and auditing processes.
- Ability to lead projects and collaborate across functions.
- Minimal travel required.
Who We Are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years
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