Assoc. Manager, External Reporting, Executive Comp and Benefits

The Assoc. Manager, External Reporting – Executive Comp & Benefits is responsible for leading the monthly, periodic, and quarterly reporting processes for stock compensation and benefits accounting. The role also provides quarterly and annual forecasts to various brand teams and works cross-functionally with HR and Treasury to provide input on compensation plan design and pension accounting matters. This high-visibility, collaborative role is viewed as a trusted business partner to teams and functions around the world.

Salary Range: $108,000-127,000 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Responsibilities:

• Lead accounting for compensation programs and benefit plans including preparing and/or reviewing journal entries, related account reconciliations, financial planning and analysis for corporate level accounts including share-based compensation expense and pension expense.
• Consult with Yum Total Rewards team and actuaries for design/alterations to compensation and healthcare plans.
• Provide assistance to the YUM Technical Accounting function including coordination of the global SOX assessment evaluating the impact of new accounting and reporting requirements and assisting with ad hoc projects.
• Support preparation of 10-Q, 10-K and proxy statement SEC filings including preparation of footnotes and MD&A.
• Supervise one part-time direct report, including providing coaching and support to the External Reporting Accounting intern.

Minimum Requirements:

• CPA designation
• 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to balance workload and drive process improvements and efficiencies

Preferred Requirements:

• Public Accounting experience
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Model (HFM) and JD Edwards
• Demonstrated success in working on cross functional teams and strong interpersonal skills

Benefits: Employees (and their eligible family members) may enroll in the following types of insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision, legal, and accidental death and dismemberment, as well as FSA/HSA (depending on enrolled medical plan). Yum! also provides short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. Employees may enroll in our 401(k) plan. Yum! provides 4 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays, a floating day off and 2 paid days for volunteer time each calendar year. To learn more about working at Yum! -Click here. 

At Yum!, one of our core values is to Believe in ALL People. This means seeing the value in everyone and unlocking their full potential to be their best self. YUM! Brands, Inc. (including its subsidiaries Yum Restaurant Services Group, LLC (“YRSG”) and Yum Connect, LLC (“Yum Digital and Technology”)(collectively, “Yum”) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. Yum! is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.

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This posting will be open for a minimum of two weeks. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected.

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Yum! Brands, Inc., based in Louisville, Kentucky, and its subsidiaries franchise or operate a system of over 59,000 restaurants in more than 155 countries and territories under the company’s concepts – KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Habit Burger & Grill. The Company's KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands are global leaders of the chicken, Mexican-style food, and pizza categories, respectively. Habit Burger & Grill is a fast casual restaurant concept specializing in made-to-order chargrilled burgers, sandwiches and more. In 2024, Yum! was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America, and the company was recognized among TIME Magazine’s list of Best Companies for Future Leaders, Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies and USA Today’s America’s Climate Leaders. Yum! also received widespread recognition in 2023, including being listed on the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index; and Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity. In addition, KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands were ranked in the top five of Entrepreneur’s Top Global Franchises Ranking for 2023.