Senior Accounting Manager

Compensation Range

$140,000 - $155,000 / Year

You may know us for our delicious cheesecakes… and for being recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For®” 12 years in a row! What you may not know is at The Cheesecake Factory Bakery, our staff members are our highest quality ingredient.

The Senior Accounting Manager is a key leadership role leading our accounting team responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and application of accounting guidance to the financial records of the business. This position supports strategic decision‑making and oversees daily accounting operations for the bakery divisions.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in a manufacturing environment, thrives in a fast‑paced setting, and is comfortable working onsite and collaborating closely with executives.

• A Natural People Leader: you are adept at providing others with a clear direction, helping them see though the weeds. You naturally recruit, motivate, develop, and empower others while setting the gold standard yourself.
• Driven by results: you’re conscientious and persistent about delivering timely, high‑quality deliverables and performing all job functions safely while following instructions.
• Exhaustively Meticulous: You appreciate attention to detail, leaving nothing to chance while understanding what deserves your immediate attention and what can wait.
• Data Investigator: you enjoy reviewing and analyzing reports and data, and you're not satisfied until you resolve identified issues

• Oversee all daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts receivable (AR), and cash management.
• Supervise and validate work completed by accounting and AR staff.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring financial statements are prepared in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with GAAP.
• Review and approve journal entries, as well as maintain accurate financial records including balance sheet reconciliations.
• Perform remaining month‑end reconciliations not assigned to staff, ensuring all accounts are accurate and fully supported.
• Collaborate with the corporate accounting team on financial close processes and 10‑Q/10‑K supporting documents and commentary.
• Prepare monthly financial package for review with senior management, including business activity reports, performance metrics to management and support schedules for management.
• Consolidate and participate in the development of budgets and financial forecasts to align with objectives and KPIs.
• Develop and document internal controls, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures to support audit readiness and sustainable growth.
• Serve as key liaison on company accounting issues, keeping abreast of the latest regulatory changes and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and support in managing yearly audit.
• Mentor and develop a team of two individuals, fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvement through training.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing company, preferably in the food industry.
• Minimum of 5 years of managerial experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, including financial statement preparation, and internal controls.
• Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information to non‑financial stakeholders.
• Public accounting or publicly traded company experience.

• Eligible for annual bonus
• Vacation and sick time
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K with company match
• 25%‑35% discount when dining as a guest
• Discounted cheesecake purchase program
• Annual stipend for dining in our restaurants

Recognized as one of the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For”, The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated operates more than 200 full‑service, casual dining restaurants throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. The Cheesecake Factory Bakery is headquartered in beautiful Calabasas, California with more than 700 staff members working in our manufacturing facilities in Calabasas, CA and Rocky Mount, NC. We create all of the delicious desserts on the menu at The Cheesecake Factory restaurants and we offer The Cheesecake Factory Bakery and The Cheesecake Factory Bakery at Home branded cheesecakes and desserts in retail and food service outlets nationwide.

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The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity and E‑Verify Employer and provides reasonable accommodations consistent with its legal obligations.