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.