Executive Director of Accounting, Potbelly Controller
Atlanta, Georgia, United States · On-site
Senior
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Executive Director of Accounting, Potbelly Controller
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Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 14d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Controller leads the accounting team and oversees the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements while ensuring compliance with GAAP. They also manage treasury activities, drive process improvements, and partner with leadership to execute the company's strategic financial vision.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a CPA certification. The role requires 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including 5 years in a leadership capacity.
Full job description
RaceTrac Company Overview
Job Description:
The Potbelly Controller is a strategic and technical partner to the Vice President of Accounting. 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 departments’ strategic
Strengthens key external vendor relationships
Drives process improvement strategies that increase efficiency and accuracy
Remains abreast of emerging trends and “best practices” 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 organization’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
Fueled by Growth, Driven by You
At RaceTrac, our people make the difference. Whether you’re working in a store, at our corporate office, or on the road, you’ll be part of a team that brings energy, innovation, and a passion for serving others every day. We support each other, celebrate wins big and small, and create opportunities for growth at every level. With four operating divisions RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf - there’s always a new challenge to take on and a new path to pursue. Join us and discover how far your career can go.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Responsibilities:
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 departments’ strategic
Strengthens key external vendor relationships
Drives process improvement strategies that increase efficiency and accuracy
Remains abreast of emerging trends and “best practices” 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 organization’s strategic goals
Qualifications:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, family-owned RaceTrac is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, serving guests since 1934. More than 800 retail locations representing the RaceTrac® and RaceWay® brands offer guests an affordable one-stop-shop featuring competitively priced fuel plus a wide selection of food and beverage favorites, including freshly brewed coffee. RaceTrac, Inc. employs more than 10,000 team members across the RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf brands.
Offices: 200 Galleria Parkway, Suite 900, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, US
Convenience Store / Petroleum / Service / Selections / ValueOil and GasRetailFood and Beverage
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, family-owned RaceTrac is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, serving guests since 1934. More than 800 retail locations representing the RaceTrac® and RaceWay® brands offer guests an affordable one-stop-shop featuring competitively priced fuel plus a wide selection of food and beverage favorites, including freshly brewed coffee. RaceTrac, Inc. employs more than 10,000 team members across the RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf brands.
Offices: 200 Galleria Parkway, Suite 900, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, US
Convenience Store / Petroleum / Service / Selections / ValueOil and GasRetailFood and Beverage