Job Description:The Accountant, Pizza Hut U.S., is responsible for administering accounting and reporting for market G&A and drives impact across the Brand through analysis of trends and forecasts as we continue to place an emphasis on G&A management. Within this role the opportunities are endless as we continue to think critically about the way we work and reimagine our future.Salary Range Salary Range: $ 62,000 to $ 70,000 annually + bonus eligibility (if applicable). This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we’ll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.RESPONSIBILITIESPeriod Responsibilities (50%)
- Analyze G&A activity against prior period, prior year and forecast while ensuring transactions are in accordance with GAAP and Yum accounting policies.
- Lead preparation of related journal entries, reconciliations and analyses associated with legal/litigation accruals and reserves, severance, relocation, and other above store level accruals.
- Prepare periodic schedules for PH U.S. in HFM including income statement, balance sheet, etc. to ensure timely and accurate submission to YUM! External Reporting.
Quarter Responsibilities (20%)
- Prepare and analyze PH U.S. G&A schedules in HFM and related MD&A reporting package pages used by External Reporting to discuss financial results. Gather and review data, prepare reporting schedules, investigate significant changes and review results with others in Control.
- Prepare PH U.S. schedules in HFM and related Controller’s Deck pages for key balance sheet captions, including investigating and documenting large fluctuations vs. prior year end.
- Responsible for quarterly accrual process with cost center owners.
Other Responsibilities (30%)
- Provide support regarding inquiries and analyses, in addition to general know how building related to margin and G&A.
- Establish repeating and allocating entries and making any required changes throughout the year. This includes obtaining an understanding of entries and supporting documentation.
- Assist with the PH U.S. annual Balance Sheet review process.
- Participate in domestic SOX compliance testing.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- B.S. in Accounting or B.S. in Finance if candidate has accounting experience.
- 2+ years of relevant experience in corporate accounting or financial analysis, including internships
- Strong Microsoft Excel experience
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Experience with Oracle Hyperion Financial Management and JDE
- Public accounting firm or public company corporate accounting experience
- CPA or active CPA candidate
About Us:Yum! Brands, Inc., based in Louisville, Kentucky, and its subsidiaries franchise or operate a system of over 55,000 restaurants in more than 155 countries and territories under the company’s concepts – KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and the Habit Burger Grill. The Company’s KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands are global leaders of the chicken, Mexican-style food, and pizza categories, respectively. The Habit Burger Grill is a fast casual restaurant concept specializing in made-to-order chargrilled burgers, sandwiches and more. In 2023, the KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands were ranked in the top five of Entrepreneur’s Top Global Franchises Ranking. In addition, in 2023 Yum! Brands was included on the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index; Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity; and Newsweek’s lists recognizing America’s Most Responsible Companies, America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women. In 2022, the Company was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America.As the world’s largest restaurant company, we have a clear and compelling mission: to build the world’s most loved, trusted, and fastest-growing restaurant brands. The key and not-so-secret ingredient in our recipe for growth is our unrivaled culture and talent, which fuels our results. To that end, we’re looking for talented, motivated, team-oriented individuals to join us and have the opportunity be your best, have fun, make friends, and make a positive impact.We are excited about the future growth of our brands. In fact, as a company we are opening an average of 8 restaurants a day worldwide! This growth creates endless opportunities for professional, as well as personal growth. Customer sentiment and love for our brands is the fuel for our excitement! Taco Bell has been named one of the 10 Most Innovative Companies in the World by Fast Company. Pizza Hut delivers more pizzas than any other pizza company in the world, KFC’s still uses its 75-year-old finger-lickin’ good recipe, including secret herbs and spices to hand-bread its chicken every day, and the Habit Burger Grill is looking to expand its regional footprint across the country.Check Out Some Of Our Great Benefits (Some available at HQ locations only)
- Recognition based culture and unique, fun events year round
- 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting
- 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays
- Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons
- Onsite dining center (yes, you can eat KFC, Taco Bell or Pizza hut every day!)
- 2 paid days off per year to volunteer
- Tuition reimbursement, education benefits and scholarship opportunities
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Company paid life insurance
- Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program
- Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, concierge
- Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions
- Discounts for life’s adventures (ex: theme parks, wireless plans, etc.)
- Comprehensive medical, vision and dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
- Grow Yourself Week which is devoted to your personal development