DIRECTOR, SEC REPORTING & TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING

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POSITION PURPOSE:

Directs and manages the Company’s external reporting (including but not limited to Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K and Annual Proxy Statement) and technical research and implementation of accounting issues to ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements. Supports accounting, finance and potentially other groups in the correction of identified control weaknesses and the implementation of efficiency opportunities related to Sarbanes Oxley. Manages the Company’s stock option program and cash forecast / debt borrowings and repayments and interest payments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs and manages the preparation and maintains support for all areas of our external reporting process, such as EPS calculations, balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and statement of stockholders’ equity.
• Prepares technical accounting memos for management conclusions and quarterly/year-end audit purposes.  Maintains, updates and evaluates new accounting policies.
• Researches, evaluates, and documents technical accounting and external reporting implications of complex and non-standard transactions, as well as general corporate accounting matters.
• Supports Company transactional efforts to ensure proper accounting treatment. 
• Supports the SOX compliance and implementation assisting the accounting, finance and potentially other groups in the implementation of identified control weaknesses and efficiency opportunities.
• Manages stock options/restricted stock administration function and ensures compliance with FAS 123R.
• Manages the overall responsibility for the recording, maintenance and reporting of fixed asset accounting records. 
• Oversees the cash forecast / debt borrowings and repayments and interest payments and debt covenant compliance.
• Manages and supports accounting with project management.
• Leads or participates in special projects as necessary.
• Interacts professionally and ethically, constructively participating as a collaborative team member or leader in pursuit of common goals.
• Other activities, duties or responsibilities that are assigned by your supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.  The requirements listed below are representative of the education and/or experience required. 

Education/Work Experience:

BA/BS degree required, preferably in Accounting or related field. Minimum of 7 years’ Public Accounting experience required, preferably in the restaurant/retail/hospitality industry and/or Big 4/large accounting firms.  Extensive knowledge, US GAAP, SEC reporting and internal control processes. Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills and commitment to a high level of accuracy.

License/Certifications:

CPA required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with successfully recruiting, building, and developing a team (based on current and future needs).
• Confidence in execution of strategic initiatives.
• Must be decisive and able to make fact-based decisions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset and skills; meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external business partners. 
• Ability to prioritize and plan work assignments and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret complex reports, documents, and correspondence. 
• Adept at managing and prioritizing competing time sensitive requests while working well in a team atmosphere that may be under pressure.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment on matters of significance to the company.
• Ability to work weekends and extended work schedules as needed.
• Ability to work at the Support Center consistent with the hybrid work policy.

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. And today, we continue to work just as hard to always provide customers with fresh and innovative L.A. Mex from our famous family dinners to Mexican entrees.

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. Individual pay will vary based on a variety of factors including years of experience, industry experience, education, geography, etc.

Salary : $170,000 - $211,000