“With GSS, we meet our franchisor requirements on time and with accuracy. The local CPA could not handle our volume. We are so happy to have made the change. GSS knows our business and our franchisor requirements.”
Multi-Unit Firehouse Sub Owner
Restaurant Accounting Services That Scale With You
The experienced accounting team at Global Shared Services helps you
build a stable financial foundation for growth. We handle your books and
multi-unit reporting so you can focus on growing your business.
Our Restaurant Accounting Services
Pick a package that gives you reliable data and clear financial insight,
so you can make confident business decisions.
Financial Statement Processing
Franchisee membership requires on-time financial statements submission and compliance with national franchisor requirements. Our restaurant accounting team meets all franchisor requirements.
Bank Reconciliations
Bank reconciliation ensures an accurate viewpoint on business financials and protects against fees or damages that result from a lack of compliance.
Accounts Payable Processing
Efficient AP processes help your restaurant better manage cash flow, working capital, and vendor relationships.
Sales Tax Processing
Ensure your sales tax data is accurate and optimized to make compliance seamless.
Gain an advantage in your back office
Access top talent and the best accounting technology with GSS's restaurant accounting services.
Getting compliance right does not have to be expensive
Ace your compliance and reporting while saving money with our restaurant accounting services.
Why Restaurants Love GSS
You deserve accountants who put in the work to get real results. At Global Shared Services, our
professionals help restaurant owners save time, improve financial clarity, and focus on what drives
growth—from better operations to smarter marketing.
“As we grew from 10 to 80 units, our reporting requirements grew in complexity and our volume became overwhelming to manage in-house, GSS was able to scale efficiently with us - matching the skill level needed in each step of growth.
Multi-Unit Taco Bell CEO
“We selected GSS because of its exceptional scalability and its ability to support advanced reporting and analysis at an unbeatable cost.”
Multi-Unit Jimmy John's Owner
“We started with GSS because we had 300% turnover in our CFO role. We had IRS audits and a default with our lender for reporting requirements. Within four months of working with GSS, these issues were resolved, and we got back to the business of running our restaurants. We feel protected working with GSS.”
Multi-Unit Fast Casual Chicken Restaurant CEO
“GSS’s unique background in corporate accounting allowed us to build a shared services team with GSS’s team at the center led by our senior staff. This high-powered group provides corporate services used by our multiple entities managing over 400 restaurants. We could not find an operator with GSS’s depth of talent and cost efficiencies.”
Multi-Brand, Multi-Unit COO
“Working with GSS has been a great partnership. They keep us compliant with our franchisor and save us money.”
Multi-Unit Burger King Owner
“GSS’s take the guesswork out of the back office. They bring the best technology for restaurants and their first-rate staff are a pleasure to work with.”
Multi-Unit QSR Operator
“GSS delivers a service we count on for running our restaurant business. They are accurate, prompt and always communication clearly.”
Multi-Unit Full-Service Restaurant CFO
Flexible Plans That Fit Your Growth
We have extensive experience in the restaurant industry. Our services are tailored to fit your restaurant's stage of growth. GSS's flexible plans are designed to enhance the profitability and efficiency of restaurant accounting and financial operations, supporting your business as it evolves.
Restaurant Accounting Services
Lay a solid financial foundation for your restaurant with our core accounting services.
What’s included:
Financial Statements
Bank Reconciliations
Accounts Payable
Sales Tax Processing
Payroll Services
We’ll cover the full spectrum of payroll services—so you don’t have to.
What’s included:
Managed Payroll
ACA Reporting
Document Management
More
CFO Services
Take your performance up a notch with key insights to grow your business.
What’s included:
Strategic Dashboard
Customized Business Reporting
Dedicated Analytics Team
More
Restaurant Accounting Services for Smoother Growth
No other accounting firm has the same deep experience in franchise and unique concept
restaurant operations.
Deep Expertise in Restaurant Accounting Services
We’ve worked with an extensive list of the nation’s leading restaurant chains. We deeply understand the restaurant industry and franchisor requirements, so we make maintaining compliance easy.
Above-Market Service, Below-Market Prices
Our industry expertise and resources allow us to offer accounting services at a superior value.
The Ability to Easily Scale
Working with us unlocks your ability to seamlessly scale your business, improve its financial health, and gain financial accuracy.
Clear and Proactive Communication
Unlike many outsourced accounting firms, we prioritize clear and proactive communication to ensure maximum success.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is restaurant accounting?
Working with GSS means handing off your accounting operations to a team that specializes in restaurants. This gives owners access to industry-specific expertise, modern tools like Restaurant365, and reliable financial reporting—without building an in-house team.
How can GSS help my restaurant business through restaurant accounting?
Working with GSS allows you to streamline financial management, reduce overhead, and stay compliant—all while gaining insights that help you grow. Our restaurant accounting solutions are built for operators who want to stay focused on running their business, not managing spreadsheets.
How does GSS compare to an in-house restaurant accounting team?
Unlike internal teams, GSS offers flexibility, specialized industry knowledge, and a dedicated structure that scales with your growth. You get consistent reporting, expert support, and modern systems—without the cost and complexity of hiring and training full-time staff.
How does restaurant accounting help with compliance and risk management?
Our team understands restaurant-specific tax rules, labor laws, and franchisor standards. With GSS, your financials stay accurate and compliant—minimizing audit risks, penalties, and operational headaches.
Can GSS scale its restaurant accounting services as my business grows?
Yes. Whether you have five units or fifty, we tailor our support to your size and complexity. Our flexible staffing models and platform integrations allow us to grow with you, without disrupting operations.
What types of restaurants benefit most from GSS’s restaurant accounting services?
Our services are designed to scale, whether you’re operating 5 stores or 500. We support everything from smaller, multi-unit franchise groups to large national chains—adapting our approach to your systems, complexity, and growth stage.
Why do restaurant operators switch to GSS from other providers?
Many clients come to us after experiencing delays or inaccuracies with boutique firms or CPA groups that lack deep restaurant knowledge. GSS brings specialized restaurant accounting expertise, proven accuracy, and timely reporting—even in high-volume, multi-location environments.
Let us Take Accounting Off Your Plate
Explore how outsourced restaurant accounting from GSS can save time, reduce risk,
and support your growth, whether you're running 5 stores or 50.
