Brand Accountant in Pittsburg, Kansas at AB III

Job Title: Burger King Brand Accountant

Company Overview: Ampler Group is a renowned and rapidly expanding fast-food chain. Ampler owns and operates over 500 restaurants across 19 states. Brands include Burger King, Church's Chicken, Little Caesar's, Taco Bell, and 7 Brew as a recent addition. Ampler is the 3rd largest Burger King Franchisee in the United States with over 200 locations and was the 2025 Burger King Franchisee of the year.

Position Overview: The Brand Accountant plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations within the organization. This role involves managing day-to-day accounting activities, analyzing operational data, and providing insights to support decision-making. The Brand Accountant works closely with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, optimize resource allocation, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including income statements and balance sheets, to provide insights into operational performance.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results, in compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and company policies.
• Conduct cost analysis and variance analysis to identify areas of improvement and costsaving opportunities.
• Monitor and analyze operational expenses, overhead expenses, and production costs, to optimize resource allocation and improve efficiency.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations for brand-related transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Reconcile AMEX statements, ledgers, and accounts payable/receivable to resolve any financial discrepancies.
• Track actual performance against budgeted targets, identify deviations, and provide recommendations to management for corrective actions.
• Oversee inventory accounting processes, including valuation, and reconciliation to the balance sheet.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, enhance efficiency, and strengthen internal controls.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and automation initiatives, leveraging technology and best practices.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, explanations, and assistance as needed.
• Collaborate with operations managers and department heads to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
• Serve as a key liaison between finance and operational teams, fostering communication and alignment on financial goals and priorities.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and/or
• Several years of experience in accounting or finance roles, with a focus on operational accounting and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and cost accounting methodologies.
• Proficiency in financial analysis tools and software, such as Excel, ERP systems (Intacct), and data visualization tools.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functional teams and influence decision-making.