Jason Kunkler, Popm
About Jason Kunkler, Popm
Jason Kunkler serves as the Manager of Enterprise Applications at Inspire Brands, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in financial application integration and has held various roles at The Wendy's Company and other organizations.
Work at Inspire Brands
Jason Kunkler has been serving as the Manager of Enterprise Applications at Inspire Brands since 2020. In this role, he participates in brand acquisition assessments to evaluate the integration efforts required for financial applications. He has played a key role in assisting with the integration of Sonic into existing accounts receivable processes. Kunkler manages the ERP instance strategy and collaborates with Oracle on mandatory SaaS quarterly updates, instance refreshes, and migration/testing paths. His contributions are integral to the operational efficiency of financial systems within the organization.
Previous Experience at The Wendy's Company
Before joining Inspire Brands, Jason Kunkler held multiple positions at The Wendy's Company. He served as the Director of Enterprise Solutions for one year from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, he worked as the Finance Systems Manager from 2017 to 2019, and as the Oracle EBS Manager from 2015 to 2017. His tenure at The Wendy's Company also includes a role as Senior Oracle EBS Analyst from 2012 to 2015. His extensive experience at this organization provided him with a strong foundation in enterprise applications and financial systems.
Career Background in Finance and IT
Jason Kunkler's career began in finance and IT, with early roles including Financial Bookkeeper at Steiner and Associates from 2006 to 2008 and IT Analyst/Accountant/FA Bookkeeper at Chipotle Mexican Grill from 2008 to 2012. His diverse background in financial roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial applications and systems management. These experiences have contributed to his expertise in managing enterprise applications effectively.
Educational Qualifications
Jason Kunkler earned an Associate's degree in Accounting Technology from Ohio University-Lancaster, where he studied from 2002 to 2005. He later pursued a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting at Franklin University, completing his studies from 2008 to 2010. His educational background in accounting has provided him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in his roles within enterprise applications and financial systems.
Key Projects and Contributions
Throughout his career, Jason Kunkler has managed significant projects that have impacted financial systems. Notably, he led a project for a chart of account segment change that affected over 40 integrations, necessitating mass updates across multiple financial applications. Additionally, he set up Jira for daily support, enhancements, and project tracking, which improved transparency and assisted with prioritization and planning towards Agile methodology. These contributions highlight his ability to drive efficiency and effectiveness in financial operations.