The Potbelly Controller is a strategic and technical partner to the Vice President of Accounting.Ã He or she leads and directs the Potbelly accounting team and has primary accountability for the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. The Controller also develops policy and procedure documents for the accounting department and researches key accounting technical issues. The Controller is also responsible for all of the treasury activities of the company.
What You'll Do:
Creates, plans, and executes the strategic vision and goals for the accounting department
Provides leadership, direction, coaching and growth opportunities to a diverse team with a focus on sharing knowledge
Partners with leadership and HR to proactively identify talent needs
Ensures that all accounting functions are performed in accordance to GAAP standards
Ensures that all accounting systems are in sync and system records are accurately maintained
Maintains accounting resources and confirms that the best resources are in place to execute accounting functions
Partners cross functionally with other internal departments to support the departmentsââ¬â¢ strategic
Strengthens key external vendor relationships
Drives process improvement strategies that increase efficiency and accuracy
Remains abreast of emerging trends and ââ¬Åbest practicesââ¬Â in the accounting field and related GAAP, SEC and other regulatory agencies and their impact to the company.
Recommends policy changes and process improvements to achieve business goals and ensure continued regulatory compliance.
Maintains appropriate communications within area of responsibility, advising company senior management accordingly.
Works with the accounting and finance senior management teams to plan, design and implement and communicate a full range of Accounting/Finance policies and activities in accordance with the organizationââ¬â¢s strategic goals
What We're Looking For:
Bachelor of Accounting degree (B. A.) from four-year College or University
CPA required
Advanced understanding and knowledge of GAAP
7-10 years of progressive accounting experience
5 years of leadership experience
Proven ability to break down divisional, organizational, team and individual barriers to influence and empower others, create trust, and provide a cohesive avenue of communication and ideas to contribute to a positive culture across the organization
Strong communication skills, written and verbal
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
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At RaceTrac, our people make the difference. Whether youââ¬â¢re working in a store, at our corporate office, or on the road, youââ¬â¢ll be part of a team that brings energy, innovation, and a passionà forà serving others every day. We support each other, celebrate wins big and small, and create opportunitiesà forà growth at every level. With four operating divisions RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf - thereââ¬â¢s always a new challenge to take on and a new path to pursue. Join us and discover how far your career can go.Ã
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