Job Description

At El Pollo Loco, we are on a mission to be the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant. When it comes to our people, we are all about growth. Whether that means specialized training, a clearly laid out career trajectory or collaborating cross-functionally, we are committed to the success of our people the same way we’ve been committed to the success of the El Pollo Loco brand for the last 50 years. In fact, we see you as our secret ingredient. While our chicken is fire, it’s our people who set us ablaze.

Our restaurants are only the tip of the flame! If you’re looking for an innovative, winning, and welcoming workplace, then a flamin’ good career in our Restaurant Support Center is right for you.

At our Support Center, we believe our best work is done Together, when departments collaborate and everyone is confident in contributing their ideas. This is why we are in the office 3 days per week.

Let’s Get Loco!

What’s in it for you!
• STRONG office culture recognized as a Great Place to Work® and driven by our core values: Simple. Together. Relentless. Ownership. Nimble. Growth
• Career growth opportunities
• Competitive pay and bonus potential
• Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance + HSA Savings Account
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with company match and immediate vesting
• Paid Vacation + Sick Pay + 12 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free El Pollo Loco food + restaurant discounts
• PerkSpot discounts program

PURPOSE

The Senior Cash Sales Analyst provides key support to the Accounting Manager and performs general accounting activities. This position is responsible for assisting in the accurate & timely reporting of restaurant sales; reconciling of all cash, credit card and gift card deposits; posting to the general ledger in a multi-unit, high volume environment while ensuring compliance with company policies and GAAP; preparing and maintaining accurate restaurant sales processes and procedures; preparation of journal entries; and account reconciliations.

As needed, this position also assists with projects related to the department.

POSITION ACTIVITIES

• Assists with final close of company restaurant sales each fiscal week; includes posting cash, over/short and other related information to the general ledger each fiscal period close.
• Reconciles company restaurant deposits to bank reports; includes cash (daily), credit card (weekly) and gift card deposits (monthly).
• Supports the smart safe / armor car program for restaurants following up with the vendor/restaurant for issues.
• Provides credit and gift card support to Marketing and Guest Service Departments.
• Creates and distributes reports on a daily and weekly basis.
• Prepares period end and annual journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support the franchise sales close process, as needed.
• Assist with financial and SOX audit requests.
• Miscellaneous projects as needed.
• Data Entry
• Filing – Light Volume
• Faxing, Word Processing

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• College degree in Finance or Accounting, or 5+ years of relevant experience
• Minimum of 4 years experience in General Accounting
• Strong Excel skills required; intermediate level or higher
• Intermediate-level experience using Word and Outlook
• Strong computer software knowledge; technical savvy
• 10-key by touch a must
• Knowledge of GAAP & SOX
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with professional demeanor
• Strong planning, organizational, decision-making, interpersonal, analytical & lateral thinking skills
• Detail, result and deadline oriented with ability to work with minimal supervision
• Independent self-starter with a can-do attitude
• Flexibility in adapting to rapidly changing priorities
• Willingness to learn and take on new assignments

Our Company

In 1980 the first American El Pollo Loco opened on Alvarado Street in Los Angeles, quickly becoming a destination for the best citrus-marinated, fire-grilled pollo in town. Over the past four decades, El Pollo Loco has grown into more than 500 restaurants across 9 states, becoming an L.A. mainstay and cultural benchmark along the way. Today, we continue to work just as hard to always provide our customers with Quality Chicken. Fast. Easy. Affordable.

The pay range identified is the hourly or salary rate El Pollo Loco expects to pay for the posted position. This range does not include any benefits or bonus opportunities that might be available for the position based on position and eligibility criteria. At El Pollo Loco, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range. Individual pay decisions will vary based on a variety of factors including years of experience, industry experience, education, geography, etc.