Franchise Audit Manager
 

Are you looking for a place where you can bring  your strong leadership, auditing, and analytical skills to manage a high functioning audit team to ensure small business owners are following their franchise agreements?

Welcome to Neighborly—the hub of service brands that connects customers to top-notch local experts who repair, maintain, and enhance homes and businesses. Our long-standing business, with over 40 years of experience, is focused on strategic innovation as we build the future of home and business services. Bring your ambition to the table as we unlock new doors together, taking your career to the next level.
 

Bring your experience and be empowered to innovate.

As the Franchise Audit Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the franchise audit function to ensure adherence to franchise agreements and financial reporting accuracy. This position supervises the Audit Coordinator and Franchise Audit Specialist, manages relationships with external auditors and internal stakeholders, and ensures timely and accurate execution of franchise audits and reporting initiatives. A typical day for you will include:

• Supervising and supporting the Audit Coordinator and Franchise Audit Specialists.

• Leading the franchise audit program, from strategy and planning through execution and resolution.

• Providing coaching and performance feedback to direct reports and conducting performance reviews.

• Overseeing the audit process, including scheduling, execution, data analysis, and reporting.

• Managing the relationship with external auditors and serving as the escalation point for franchisee disputes.

• Collaborating with Legal, Accounting, Development, and Brand Leadership to ensure consistent interpretation and enforcement of franchise agreements.

• Developing and maintaining a robust reporting system to track audit outcomes and compliance trends.

• Identifying opportunities for process improvement and risk mitigation.

• Establishing and refining audit and compliance procedures and controls.

Bring your skills and be inspired to achieve success.

(Required qualifications)

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in accounting or auditing.

  • At least 5 years' experience in a leadership role.

  • Experience with franchise organizations is preferred.

• Skills:

  • Proven leadership experience in auditing.

  • Exceptional project management and organizational skills.

  • Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills, with the ability to coach and mentor others.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and trends.

  • High attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.

  • Strong understanding of GAAP.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and proven ability to learn new software.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

• Schedule / in-office requirements:

  • Hybrid working model; Monday-Wednesday in office, Thursday/Friday from home.

  • Our office locations are at:

    • 500 E John Carpenter Fwy, Irving, Tx

    • 1010 N University Parks Drive, Waco, Tx

Bring your goals and be enabled to reach them.

• Competitive Pay: Commensurate with experience

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday

• Benefits: Check out our benefits offerings here:

  • Neighborly Benefits (flimp.live)

• Financial Benefits: Equity and bonus opportunities

Neighborly® is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal or state law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity and encouraged to be their authentic self.

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