Josh G.
About Josh G.
Josh G. is a Senior Revenue Accountant at Buffalo Wild Wings, where he has improved the sales audit process and managed audits for 700 international restaurants. He has a background in accounting and taxation, with experience at various companies including Chick-fil-A and PwC.
Current Role at Inspire Brands
Josh G. serves as the Senior Revenue Accountant at Buffalo Wild Wings, a subsidiary of Inspire Brands, since 2021. In this role, he has managed a team of five associates to audit sales and receivables for 700 international Buffalo Wild Wings restaurants. His efforts have led to the uncovering of $100K in cash theft through meticulous auditing of aging receivables. Additionally, he has collaborated with IT to enhance audit subledger systems, which increased monthly close efficiency by 35%. His strategic approach has contributed to the overall financial integrity of the organization.
Previous Experience in Finance and Accounting
Prior to his current position, Josh G. worked as the Head of Finance and Accounting at Slutty Vegan ATL from 2020 to 2021. He implemented Restaurant365 software, which improved the company's finance and accounting processes. Before that, he held several roles at PwC, including Senior Tax Associate from 2015 to 2018 and Tax Intern in 2014. He also worked as a Lease Accountant III at Chick-fil-A Corporate Support Center from 2018 to 2020, where he gained valuable experience in corporate finance.
Educational Background
Josh G. earned a Master of Taxation from Georgia State University, achieving a GPA of 3.54, from 2014 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting from the same institution, which he completed from 2010 to 2014. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in taxation and accounting principles, supporting his career in finance.
Key Contributions and Initiatives
Throughout his career, Josh G. has made significant contributions to financial processes and auditing practices. At Buffalo Wild Wings, he partnered with treasury to ensure alignment of $5B in credit card and cash deposits with receivables expectations. He also analyzed $1M of over-budget indicators, assisting finance stakeholders in resetting quarterly forecasts. His strategic initiatives have focused on enhancing operational efficiency and financial accuracy.