KBP Brands, a leading franchise company in QSR, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance and Accounting team. You will play a vital role by ensuring accounting records are maintained in accordance with GAAP and internal accounting policies. Reporting directly to the Assistant Controller, this position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals and contribute to the success of our organization.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform financial statement reconciliations and analyze key data trends.
• Manage the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries.
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items, transaction errors, and discrepancies.
• Analyze balance sheet fluctuations and provide variance explanations.
• Research accounting standards and document technical accounting matters.
• Assist with external audits and prepare quarterly and annual reports.
• Reconcile and report on 1,000+ leased properties, including rent calculations and intercompany leases.
• Oversee facility improvement and capital project spending, including reconciliation and reporting.
• Prepare cash flow statements and provide insights into variances and company results.
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial information to meet deadlines.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting systems and processes.
• Support additional projects and tasks assigned by the Assistant Controller.

What We’re Looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• 3 to 5 years of accounting experience with an increasing level of responsibilities
• Strong understanding and demonstrated application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• CPA and public accounting experience – preferred but not required
• Intelligent curiosity in the evaluation and analysis of a variety of technical accounting matters; ability to clearly articulate accounting guidance research
• Advanced Excel and data manipulation skills to analyze large data sets
• High level of initiative and self-motivation with an emphasis on establishing and understanding processes with a strong attention to details
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with people in financial and non-financial roles
• Ability to effectively plan, prioritize and manage tasks to completion in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

What KBP Brings to the table:
KBP is a leading restaurant franchise group with a clear mission: Through our passion for excellence, we seek diverse and sustainable growth for our business and our people. We’re looking for dedicated individuals that align with our core values and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB+), Growth Opportunities, and a Positive Culture.
Our Leawood, KS, home office provides an innovative and dynamic space where collaboration is not only encouraged but a way of life. Our home office supports KFC, Taco Bell, Arby’s and Sonic restaurants, providing opportunities for learning and development, social time, wellness and personal growth are central to our culture.
If you are looking to be part of an energetic, entrepreneurial company with countless opportunities for growth – personally, professionally, and financially – then a career with KBP Brands IS the right fit for you.
Offers will be negotiated based on each candidate’s qualifications.
Apply to become part of the KBP Team, and receive a rewarding career with opportunities for personal, professional and financial growth!
Benefits
Full-time roles are eligible to enroll in our comprehensive benefits program which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as short-term and long-term disability. You will also be eligible to take advantage of company paid benefits such as 401k company match, paid time off, life insurance, and AD&D

• Perform financial statement reconciliations and analyze key data trends.
• Manage the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries.
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items, transaction errors, and discrepancies.
• Analyze balance sheet fluctuations and provide variance explanations.
• Research accounting standards and document technical accounting matters.
• Assist with external audits and prepare quarterly and annual reports.
• Reconcile and report on 1,000+ leased properties, including rent calculations and intercompany leases.
• Oversee facility improvement and capital project spending, including reconciliation and reporting.
• Prepare cash flow statements and provide insights into variances and company results.
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial information to meet deadlines.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting systems and processes.
• Support additional projects and tasks assigned by the Assistant Controller