When our square shaped burgers made their first sizzle on the scene more than 50 years ago, people knew our approach wasnt like any other. Same goes for the way we support our employees. Our culture of openness, flexibility, and inclusiveness allows everybody to flourish in their own way. If youre looking for a career where you can be part of the action as we continue to grow our iconic brand We got you!

This Sr Accountant is mainly responsible to (1) determine the proper accounting treatment in accordance with GAAP for real estate, equipment, automotive, and other leases, and to ensure all necessary related journal entries (when applicable) are recorded accurately, and (2) to ensure lease related asset and debt balances are properly accounted for.

• Analyze and account for new leases, lease amendments, renewals, and other lease modifications in accordance with GAAP.
• Coordinate with Portfolio Management regarding new and modified leases for forecasting purposes (scheduling workflow effectively, requesting third party valuations of properties when necessary, etc).
• Assist in researching and interpreting accounting literature to determine the appropriate accounting treatment for various lease issues that arise and to write effective memos on these issues to help facilitate communication with outside parties.
• Prepare certain footnotes related to leases to be included in the companys quarter and annual SEC filings.
• Reconcile the general ledger to the subledger for lease related assets and liabilities
• To work with all other groups within the organization (i.e. Development, Portfolio Management, and Fixed Asset Group) to ensure all lease transactions (i.e. changes to Right of Use Assets) are property accounted for and in the correct periods.
• To perform ad-hoc projects and analysis to help support certain decisions, issues, and to assist in other groups goals and tasks.

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• Bachelors Degree is required, Accounting focus preferred.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• 1 years public accounting or 2-3 years industry in the area of real estate, leases, etc.
• ASC 842 experience and knowledge.
• Strong analytical skills, written and verbal communication skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Word.
• Experience utilizing T-Value software and having Oracle knowledge.

Wendys was built on the premise, "Quality is our Recipe," which remains the guidepost of the Wendy's system. Today, Wendy's and its franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide with a vision of becoming the world's most thriving and beloved restaurant brand.

The base pay range for this position is listed below. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and budget for the open position and also may vary depending on the candidates job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other relevant factors. This range does not include an estimated value for any benefits, bonus, or other incentives that may be applicable based on position. * The target annual bonus for this role is 10% of annualized base salary, based on actual company and personal performance.

Our square burgers make us different and so do our benefits! Our restaurant support roles are eligible for a wide array of benefits, including things such as parental leave, free EAP sessions, company 401k match and other great offerings. For more details about our benefits, including an overview of eligibility and terms for certain benefits, please visit our benefits website, www.wendysbenefits.com.*

*NOTE: Wendys benefits, bonus, and other incentives are governed by the applicable legal plans and policies and, where appropriate, may be subject to Board approval an individual award agreement terms. Those documents supersede all other information regarding Wendys benefits, bonus, and other incentives. Wendys retains the right to amend or terminate its plans and policies at its sole discretion, in accordance with applicable plans, policies and laws.