Accountant; International & Joint Ventures

Summary of Job Description

The Accountant (International & Joint Ventures) provides accounting support for international company‑owned entities and licensee partners and joint ventures. Responsibilities include managing invoice processing and payments, accurately performing reconciliation in compliance with GAAP, and performing month‑end close activities. The position also assists with financial set‑up for new international store openings, maintains licensee contract data in Workday, and partners with cross‑functional teams to assist with accurate, timely reporting.

• Coordinates with internal departments and external vendors to execute invoice submission and payment processing for company‑owned international entities and licensee partners.
• Proactively identifies opportunities to improve departmental processes and support automation initiatives.
• Assists with month‑end close activities for joint ventures and international licensees, including the preparation of journal entries.
• Performs accurate and timely reconciliations in compliance with GAAP.
• Supports the International team with financial service set‑up for new store openings, as well as contract set‑up and maintenance for new international licensee stores in Workday.
• Provides support to Operations and International Licensee team, including analysis, special projects, and ad‑hoc reports as requested.

• Hybrid work schedule
• 401(k) with company match
• Yearly bonus opportunity
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
• On‑site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
• Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships
• Income protection including disability, life and AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Benefits available for eligible permanent full‑time associates

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with coursework in Accounting required
• Minimum three years of related experience, preferably in a retail/hospitality environment
• Successful completion of annual store training (if hired)
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement

P2 $ 72,500 – $101,500 / Annual

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status.

Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out to