Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Sodexo is seeking an Accounting Manager for the Contract Accounting Technology Department in Cheektowaga, NY. We need a natural problem-solver, who thrives on challenges. Who enjoys a high energy, fast paced environment.

This role will work a hybrid schedule averaging three days in the office and two days from home plus ten work from anywhere days, in the U.S. only, provided annually. This is on top of vacation, holidays and personal days. The office offers a modern, collaborative environment with free parking and on-site full-service cafeteria. If you are looking for a good work/life balance we've got it.

What You'll Do

The successful candidate will:

• Oversee various Accounting and Billing programs/projects that are of a mix of moderately complex and highly complex in nature
• Provide technical SAP/Accounting support surrounding service requests on behalf of multiple functions in Accounting (e.g. Billing, Contract Management, Client Accounting, Client Balance Sheet, Government Accounting)
• Gather business owner specifications and prepare service requests and project requests in collaboration with business owners
• Research and resolve technical processing issues in coordination with SAP technical team including developing test scripts, conducting testing, acquiring resource needs for testing as required, implementing solutions, ensuring defects are satisfactorily cleared and providing post-go live support.
• Act as key liaison with the Finance Initiatives and Integration team for large scale projects and company integrations
• Research alternative solutions to streamline and advance current billing practices across the organization
• Identify system training needs, develop training materials and conduct training.
• Assist in developing sustainable training curriculum for new processes/transactions

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

We are looking for candidates who are or have:

• Excellent working knowledge and experience of SAP, SCAS and various billing touch points/processes/systems and applications
• Strong accounting and background knowledge
• Strong project management skills
• The ability to communicate to varying levels of management
• Proven problem-solving skills coupled with collaboration skills particularly when working on complex technical systems matters
• Must be action oriented, self-driven and ability to work under pressure to meet critical deadlines

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 3 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years