Franchise Accountant

Maryland Heights, MO

Buildingstars has been recognized as an Inc 500 and 5000 Company multiple times, an Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Company 20 years in a row, and also as one of the Top Workplaces in St. Louis for the last 7 years. We operate in 16 markets across the US and are continuing to grow each year!

The Franchise Accountant is responsible for the overall accounting for our franchise operations, including set-up and maintenance of franchise records within our NetSuite accounting system.

Buildingstars offers:

  • An outstanding Compensation Package including: salaried pay, full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k plan match, paid holidays and paid time off.
  • A top-rated workplace where employees are empowered to make decisions and grow their careers.
  • Our service is in demand, and the trend towards companies outsourcing their facility services should continue to grow well into the future.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage franchise accounting, based on collaboration with regional/field employees.
  • Generate monthly franchisee statements within NetSuite.
  • Generate manual franchisee statements, as necessary.
  • Set up, edit, and maintain franchise master data in NetSuite.
  • Systematically review franchise data and terminate franchises within NetSuite.
  • Participate in, and act as a point person for, projects to bring further enhancement and automation to the franchise accounting process.
  • Manage and execute system tasks for all franchisee transactions, including setting up account sales/start-up fees, loans to franchisees, and scheduling of payments.
  • Create franchise credits and adjustments, and manage other transactional support of franchise operations.
  • Create monthly payment run for timely payment of all franchises.
  • Coordinate processes and customer credit memos with Accounting team members.
  • Analyze and monitor franchise-related transactions to ensure completeness of data and related reporting.
  • Create form 1099’s for all franchise owners and other vendors.
  • Perform other functions and special projects, as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Meticulous attention to detail and superb organizational skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication, presentation, and relationship-building.
  • Excellent follow-through skills.
  • Ability and desire to work collaboratively with key business stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Demonstrate sound judgment and ethical behavior.
  • NetSuite experience desired, but not required.
  • Proven ability to navigate through ambiguity within a dynamic environment. 
  • Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite or related software, and data analysis.
  • High energy level, self-starter with a positive, customer-centric attitude. 
  • Minimal amount of travel may be required.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, or related field, preferred but not required.
  • A minimum of three years of accounting or data analysis experience is preferred.

Buildingstars is an Equal Opportunity Employer