Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting

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WHO WE ARE


We’re not in the wing business. We’re in the flavor business. It’s been our mission to Serve the World Flavor since we first opened in 1994, and we’re just getting started. 1997 saw the opening of our first brand partner operated Wingstop location, and by 2002 we had served the world one billion wings. It’s flavor that defines us and has made Wingstop one of the fastest growing brands in the restaurant industry.


Above all else – our success is largely due to our people and our core values, or what we call The Wingstop Way of being entrepreneurial, service-minded, fun, and authentic. We believe having a strong people foundation centered on these collective values creates a crave-worthy culture and talented team, as well as ensures our brand is poised for accelerated growth. We all win together.


WHAT WE’LL NEED


We are seeking a Sr. Manager, Corporate Accounting (Franchise) to become an important part of our team as you manage the day-to-day activities of the accounting team. You will have the ability to problem solve and think analytically while ensuring work is completed in a timely and accurate manner.


In this role, you get to show off your written and verbal communication skills as you build collaborative relationships throughout the organization and help drive the success of our Accounting team.


Drive accounting processes related to royalty calculations and collection, international billing, and revenue recognition.

Build relationships and trust with our brand partners to help support them in their long-term growth.

Manage the period-end close activities including account reconciliations and journal entries.

Review period-end results and work closely with the Finance department to evaluate variances, while assisting with accurate forecasting.

Partner with internal and external audit to ensure compliance with internal control processes.

Identify and introduce new ideas and solutions to create efficiencies and streamline processes.

Contribute to the on-going financial transformation project related to the Company’s ERP and other systems.

Develop and manage direct reports including performing evaluations, goal setting, and motivating on a daily basis.

Prepare technical accounting memos, as needed, to support conclusions reached on significant accounting transactions and issues.

Drive special projects, as needed.


WHAT YOU’LL NEED


Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to multi-task and good problem-solving capabilities

Collaboration skills

Experience with management or leading a team

CPA required


WHO YOU ARE


SWEEP THE FLOOR – No job is too small. You recognize that the real work happens in the restaurants, and everything we do should support their success. You stay humble, roll up your sleeves, and always look for ways to help. You learn from others and contribute wherever you can.


GIVE A $H!T – You care deeply about doing great work and driving results. You’re curious, ask questions, and seek out opportunities to improve. You don’t just point out problems—you bring solutions, ideas, and perspectives that move the team forward.


OWN IT – You take full responsibility for your work and see things through to completion. You aren’t afraid to fail because you know that failure is a part of learning and growth. You take action, move fast, and keep pushing forward.


NO A$$HOLES – You lead with empathy, respect, and emotional intelligence. You collaborate effectively, fostering a culture of trust and constructive feedback. You understand the importance of teamwork and ensure that your actions build others up rather than break them down. Read more