Job Description

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000

At Gourmet Dining & Chartwells Higher Education, people are at the core of our business. Together we build innovative food service concepts and serve fresh, local and nutritious meals at over 270 college campuses across the country. Twice named the Fastest Growing Brand by Nation’s Restaurant News, at Gourmet Dining & Chartwells we take pride in creating opportunities for associates to grow their careers and achieve their development goals within the company.

Job Summary

Ready for your next big step? As our Accounting Manager, you’ll be the go-to person for keeping our financial world running smoothly. You’ll collaborate with teams across the venue, turn data into insights, and help shape smart business decisions. If you’re looking to grow your leadership skills and make your mark, this role is built for you.

Why You’ll Love This RoleYou get real responsibility and real impact from day oneYou’ll grow as a leader with hands-on mentorshipYour work directly influences how the business performsYou’ll be part of an environment that values new ideas, curiosity, and teamwork

What You BringBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field1-3 years of accounting experience (bonus points for hospitality/event experience!)Confident with Excel + financial systems (ERP experience is a plus)A solid understanding of GAAP and strong attention to detailCPA or working toward it is great—but not required

What You’ll DoPrep and analyze monthly financial reports so the team knows what’s really going onSupport budgeting + forecasting that guide big decisionsHelp ensure our financial processes stay accurate and compliantOversee AP, AR, and general ledger activityJump in on audits + help improve how we workLead and mentor the accounting team (yes—leadership experience you can grow into!)

Apply to Gourmet Dining today!

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Associates at Gourmet Dining are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Gourmet Dining maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1572615

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KRISTINA MCCARTHY