Division Controller

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team responsible for operational accounting activities.
• Ensure timely completion of month-end close activities and reporting deadlines.
• Analyze financial results using historical trends, forecasts, and budget expectations.
• Identify business trends and provide actionable recommendations to Operations and Finance leadership.
• Partner closely with Operations leaders to support decision-making and improve financial performance.
• Manage and develop a team responsible for operational accounting activities.
• Ensure timely completion of month-end close activities and reporting deadlines.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and expense management activities.
• Develop and improve accounting controls, reporting processes, and operational metrics.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and management reports.
• Assist with store-level performance initiatives, cost savings opportunities, and KPI reporting.
• Develop a thorough understanding of POS systems and operational reporting to support business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting, finance, FP&A, or operational finance experience.
• Prior leadership experience managing or developing accounting or finance professionals.
• Strong financial analysis and business partnership skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial audiences.
• Experience supporting operational leaders and influencing business decisions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in restaurant, franchise, retail, hospitality, or other multi-unit environments preferred.
• Ability to build relationships, establish credibility, and effectively partner with stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization.
• Self-starter with a high level of initiative, accountability, and attention to detail.
• What KBP Brings to the Table
• Our Leawood, KS home office supports KFC, Taco Bell, Arby's and Sonic restaurants across the country. It's a dynamic environment where teamwork, learning, and personal growth are part of everyday life.
• If you are looking to join an energetic, entrepreneurial company with countless opportunities to grow - personally, professionally, and financially - KBP is the right fit for you.
• Compensation: Offers are based on each candidate's experience and qualifications.
• Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, a 401(k) company match, paid time off, life insurance, and AD&D coverage.

Benefits

Additional Information

KBP Brands is seeking a Division Controller to oversee financial operations across multiple restaurant brands while serving as a strategic partner to Operations leadership. This role combines accounting expertise, financial analysis, and business partnership responsibilities to support performance, reporting, and operational decision-making. The Division Controller will play a key role in analyzing financial results, communicating insights to operational leaders, and identifying opportunities to improve business performance. The ideal candidate will be a relationship-driven finance leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys influencing results through strong partnerships.

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