Sr. Financial Accountant

About the role

As the Senior Financial Accountant, you will own the P&L review for a large portfolio of restaurants, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all accounting entries impacting the income statement. You will be responsible for preparing, analyzing, and reconciling assigned P&L accounts, including more complex and judgment-based areas. In this role, you will also provide guidance and mentorship to Financial Accountants, supporting their development and helping strengthen overall accounting quality and controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely and accurate monthly P&L account analysis, including bank reconciliations, accounts receivable, prepaid accounts, real estate taxes, suspense accounts, international accounting, and other assigned areas.
• Prepare and review financial statements, including month-end accruals, adjusting journal entries, and resolution of exceptions based on predetermined criteria.
• Support Operations by producing accurate P&Ls, responding to inquiries in a timely manner, and providing training to enhance P&L understanding and financial decision-making.
• Participate in annual internal and external audits, providing documentation and support as requested.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs, special projects, or cross-functional initiatives.

Requirements

• B.A./B.S. in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficiency with PC tools and the full Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills
• Ability to extract, analyze, and interpret raw financial data to drive actionable recommendations
• Demonstrated experience performing profitability, trend, and variance analyses
• Working knowledge of planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes
• Ability to clearly present financial information to stakeholders at all levels
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and accuracy when handling financial data

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $67,000.00–$95,500.00. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors.

Benefits

Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, and vacation time.